sign over

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

To transfer (property or rights) to somebody else by signing a document.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

He signed his house over to his wife in order to avoid taxes.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “sign over” mean?

To transfer (property or rights) to somebody else by signing a document.

Is “sign over” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.