attestation

Definition of Attestation in English :

1. attestation

the action of bearing witness

2. attestation

the evidence by which something is attested

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Attestation

noun

1.

the act of attesting

2.

testimony

v. at·test·ed, at·test·ing, at·tests

v.tr.

1. To affirm to be correct, true, or genuine: The date of the painting was attested by the appraiser.

2.

a. To certify by signature or oath: attest a will.

b. To certify in an official capacity.

3.

a. To supply or be evidence of: Her fine work attests her ability. See Synonyms at indicate.

b. Linguistics To confirm the existence, usage, or currency of (a word, for example), as by being recorded in writing.

4. To put under oath.

v.intr.

To bear witness; give testimony: attested to their good faith.

n.

Archaic Attestation.