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[ noun ] something clearly established

Related terms

certainty

2
[ noun ] a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms

Synonyms

hostage

Related terms

prisoner

3
[ noun ] one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another

Related terms

patron guarantee

4
[ noun ] property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation

Synonyms

security

Examples

"bankers are reluctant to lend without good security"

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[ noun ] a guarantee that an obligation will be met

Synonyms

security

Related terms

guarantee

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