Pls see points 2. and 9. Cheers.....American Heritage Dictionary...

Pls see points 2. and 9. Cheers.....

American Heritage Dictionary - Cite This Source - Share This sub·scrip·tion (səb-skrĭp'shən) Pronunciation Key
n.
1. A purchase made by signed order, as for a periodical for a specified period of time or for a series of performances.
2. An agreement to receive or be given access to electronic texts or services, especially over the Internet.
3. The raising of money from subscribers.
4. A sum of money so raised.
5. Acceptance, as of articles of faith, demonstrated by the signing of one's name.
6. The raising of money from subscribers.
7. A sum of money so raised.
8. The signing of one's name, as to a document.
9. Something subscribed.