Surety
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms
Framework senses
- §1
- something clearly established
- §2
- a guarantee that an obligation will be met
- §3
- one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another
- §4
- a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms
- §5
- property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation