surety
(noun)
noun
1. something clearly established
Definition categories: attribute, certainty
2. property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation
Similar word(s): security
Definition categories: possession
3. a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms
Similar word(s): hostage
Definition categories: person, captive, prisoner
4. one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another
Similar word(s): guarantor, warranter, warrantor
Definition categories: person, patron, sponsor, supporter
5. a guarantee that an obligation will be met
Similar word(s): security
Definition categories: communication, guarantee, warrant, warrantee, warranty