deed poll

noun

UK/ˈdiːd ˌpəʊl/
US/ˈdiːd ˌpoʊl/

Definitions of deed poll noun

  1. UncountableSingular

    In the UK, a legal document, particularly one used to officially change a person's name.

    • She officially changed her name through a deed poll.

    • They needed a deed poll to officially change their names.

    • He processed a deed poll for legal purposes.