subscription

== English == === Etymology === From Latin subscriptiō; by surface analysis, sub- +‎ script +‎ -ion. All senses reflect (either literally or figuratively) the notion of signing one's own name beneath some promise or description to indicate that one agrees with it or agrees to it. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /səbˈskɹɪpʃən/ Hyphenation: sub‧scrip‧tion === Noun === subscription (countable and uncountable, plural subscriptions) Access to a resource for a period of time, generally for payment. subscription fee;   available by subscription (attributively) Available only via such access. Coordinate term: paywalled (often coinstantial) subscription model;   subscription content The formal acceptance of something, especially when verified with a signature. The signing of one's name. Contributing or promising to contribute money to a common fund. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== ==== Translations ==== ==== See also ====