1. plural of attestation; formal evidence or proof that something is true or genuine
Usage: commonly used in legal, academic, and official contexts
2. plural of attestation; written or spoken statements that confirm or support a claim
Usage: often refers to witness statements or character references
3. plural of attestation; instances of a word or phrase appearing in historical texts or records
Usage: linguistics and historical scholarship

Examples

• The lawyer presented multiple attestations from witnesses to support the defendant's alibi.
• Historical attestations of the word 'selfie' show it became common only in the 21st century.
• The university requires attestations of good character from three references for admission.
• Attestations in ancient manuscripts confirm the authenticity of the historical document.
• The company collected attestations from satisfied customers for its marketing campaign.
• Linguistic attestations prove that this dialect has been spoken in the region for centuries.