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SURETY

(noun)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Surety.

Surety - as a noun

Something clearly established

Property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation

Example: "Bankers are reluctant to lend without good security"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
security13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
transferred possessiontransferred property
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hostage11

One who provides a warrant or guarantee to another

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guarantor10warranter12warrantor12

A guarantee that an obligation will be met

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
security13

Example Sentences

"He provided surety for his brother's bail."
"The company requires a surety for all new employees."
"The contract states that the seller must furnish a surety to the buyer."
"The insurance company acts as a surety for potential damages."
"The bank requested a surety from the borrower to secure the loan."
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Word Game Points

Is SURETY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, surety is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SURETY has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SURETY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, surety is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SURETY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is SURETY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, surety is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SURETY has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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