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surety n. something clearly established
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surety n. [
security] property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation; "bankers are reluctant to lend without good security"
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surety n. [
hostage] a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms
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surety n. [
guarantor, warrantor, warranter] one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another
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surety n. [
security] a guarantee that an obligation will be met
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