Con′sig‐na″tion (?), n. [L. consignatio written proof, document: cf. F. consignation comsignation.] 1. The act of consigning; the act of delivering or committing to another person, place, or state.
So is despair a certain consignation to eternal ruin.
Jer. Taylor.
2. The act of ratifying or establishing, as if by signing; confirmation; ratification.
A direct consignation of pardon.
Jer. Taylor.
3. A stamp; an indication; a sign.
The most certain consignations of an excellent virtue.
Jer. Taylor.