endorsement-n; 4 Senses

Sense Number 1: the act of expressing approval, support of something

Commentary: ENDORSEMENT[+event][+communication][+gesture][+approval]

Examples:
The trade union has given its endorsement to the Democratic candidate.
John was pleased with our endorsement of his suggestion to meet at a pub after work.
The review is a real endorsement of the film.
Mary went ahead with the project without securing any endorsement from her boss.

Mappings:
PropBank: endorsement.01
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1, 2, 3

Sense Number 2: a paid product recommendation

Commentary: ENDORSEMENT[+event][+communication][+recommendation][+paid][+of_product] [+state][+legal][+contractual][+recommendation][+paid][+of_product]

Examples:
The basketball star made millions of dollars from endorsements of athletic shoes.
The celebrity ended her endorsement of the cosmetic line.

Mappings:
PropBank: endorsement.01
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 5

Sense Number 3: a validating signature on a check

Commentary: ENDORSEMENT[+event][+signature][+validating][+on_check]

Examples:
Your endorsement is required before the bank can deposit this check.
The endorsement appeared to be a forgery according to the handwriting expert.

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 4

Sense Number 4: clause on insurance policy that specifies provisions that can modify the policy

Commentary: ENDORSEMENT[+entity][+document][+contract][+policy][+insurance][+clause][+provision][+for_modification]

Examples:
Endorsements can also be added to your home owner insurance policy.
This endorsement will allow your insurance company to automatically change your policy limit during the policy period.

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 0.0 Sense Numbers: 2b