surety
sure·ty
noun \ˈshu̇r(-ə)-tē\ plural sure·ties
Definition of SURETY
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a : a formal engagement (as a pledge) given for the fulfillment of an undertaking : guarantee b : a basis of confidence or security
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: one who has become legally liable for the debt, default, or failure in duty of another
— sure·ty·ship \-ˌship\ noun
Examples of SURETY
- As sureties, they will be liable in his place.
- <gave his surety that he would pay back the loan if his sister was unable to for any reason>
Origin of SURETY
Middle English seurte, from Anglo-French seurté, from Latin securitat-, securitas security, from securus
First Known Use: 14th century
Related to SURETY
- Antonyms
- doubt, incertitude, nonconfidence, uncertainty
Rhymes with SURETY
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