Phrase guide

debenture bond

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

An unsecured type of debt instrument issued by a corporation or government in order to raise capital.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: business, finance

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

the ability of a customer to obtain goods or services before payment, based on the trust that payment will be made in the future

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: unsecured bond, debenture

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: bond, bond certificate

History

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