What does the term "uttering" refer to in legal context?

In a legal context, "uttering" specifically refers to the act of putting a forged instrument, such as a check or document, into circulation with the intent that it be accepted as genuine. This act is considered a criminal offense because it involves deception and fraud. When someone utters a forged check, they are essentially attempting to deceive the recipient into believing that the check is legitimate and that the person who presents it has the authority to do so. This process is distinct from offering legal testimony, resolving disputes, or holding events, which do not involve the illegal circulation of forged items and do not carry the same implications of fraud and intent to deceive.