surety

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/ˈʃɔːɹɪti/ English

Definitions

noun

Certainty.
That which makes sure; that which confirms; ground of confidence or security.
A promise to pay a sum of money in the event that another person fails to fulfill an obligation.
One who undertakes to pay money or perform other acts in the event that his principal fails therein.

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Synonyms

guarantor warrantor security hostage assurance safety caution guaranteed suasion guarantee endorsement retainer backing warranty recognizance collateral

Associated

obligee reinsurance creditor guaranty iam bail debtor mishap bond bonds

Rhymes

obscurity security insecurity durity maturity impurity immaturity social security convertible security listed security

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