covenant

¹cov·e·nant

noun \ˈkəv-nənt, ˈkə-və-\

Definition of COVENANT

1

: a usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact

2

a : a written agreement or promise usually under seal between two or more parties especially for the performance of some action b : the common-law action to recover damages for breach of such a contract

— cov·e·nan·tal \ˌkə-və-ˈnan-t^əl\ adjective

Examples of COVENANT

1. an international covenant on human rights
2. The restrictive covenants of the building development prohibit the construction of buildings over 30 feet tall.

Origin of COVENANT

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from present participle of covenir to be fitting, from Latin convenire

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to COVENANT

Synonyms: accord, alliance, compact, convention, treaty, pact

Related Words: entente, entente cordiale; bargain, bond, charter, concord, contract, deal, settlement, understanding; projet

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