surety

1. n. The state of being sure; certainty; security. Source: opted

2. n. That which makes sure; that which confirms; ground of confidence or security. Source: opted

3. n. Security against loss or damage; security for payment, or for the performance of some act. Source: opted

4. n. One who is bound with and for another who is primarily liable, and who is called the principal; one who engages to answer for another's appearance in court, or for his payment of a debt, or for performance of some act; a bondsman; a bail. Source: opted

5. n. Hence, a substitute; a hostage. Source: opted

6. n. Evidence; confirmation; warrant. Source: opted

7. v. t. To act as surety for. Source: opted

8. n. something clearly established Source: wordnet

9. n. property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation Source: wordnet

10. n. a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms Source: wordnet

11. n. one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another Source: wordnet

12. n. a guarantee that an obligation will be met Source: wordnet

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