meaning of surety
1. The state of being sure; certainty; security.
2. That which makes sure; that which confirms; ground of confidence or security.
3. Security against loss or damage; security for payment, or for the performance of some act.
4. One who is bound with and for another who is primarily liable, and who is called the principal; one who engages to answer for anothers appearance in court, or for his payment of a debt, or for performance of some act; a bondsman; a bail.
5. Hence, a substitute; a hostage.
6. Evidence; confirmation; warrant.
7. To act as surety for.
8. something clearly established
Related Words
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