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nonsurety

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

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A type of bond that does not require an asset as surety up front, but which instead incurs a penalty if one defaults when it is due.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: business, finance, law

Examples

  • released on nonsurety release
  • nonsurety court bond
  • nonsurety bond

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

Insecurity.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: obsolete, uncountable

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History

Etymology

From non- + surety.