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The character "署" is structurally formed by the net radical "罒" positioned above the phonetic element "者", a composition that historically linked it to concepts of ordering and control, much like a net used for gathering or managing. Its etymology points to an original meaning centered on a government office or a designated site for official administrative duties, reflecting its early use in contexts of governance and organizational authority. Over time, the semantic range of the character broadened from merely indicating a physical bureau to encompassing the actions conducted within such spaces, including arranging, administering, and particularly the act of signing one's name on documents, as evidenced in modern terms such as "部署" for arrangement and "署名" for signature. This transition from a nominal to a more verbal application demonstrates how the character adapted to represent both the institution and its functions within the evolving language.
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签署这份文件很重要。
双方已签署了合作协议。
部长正在部署重要任务。
军队完成了战略部署。
他暂时代理署理局长职务。
请在表格末尾署名。
官方署名的公告已经发布。
该地区曾设有行政公署。