Contract Law

Surety

/ SHOOR-ih-tee /

Definition

A party who promises to be responsible for another party\'s debt or obligation.

Used in Context

“The surety was held liable when the principal contractor defaulted.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: securitas, security

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