SURETY
Scrabble letter values: S1U1R1E1T1Y4 = 9
Definition
- noun something clearly established.
- noun property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation. — synonyms: security
- noun a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms. — synonyms: hostage
- noun one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another. — synonyms: guarantor, warrantor, warranter
- noun a guarantee that an obligation will be met. — synonyms: security
Examples
- “bankers are reluctant to lend without good security”