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    bail

    bail - Dictionary definition and meaning for word bail

    Definition
    (noun) (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial
    Synonyms : bail bond , bond
    Example Sentence
    • the judge set bail at $10,000
    • a $10,000 bond was furnished by an alderman
    Definition
    (noun) the legal system that allows an accused person to be temporarily released from custody (usually on condition that a sum of money guarantees their appearance at trial)
    Example Sentence
    • he is out on bail
    Definition
    (verb) release after a security has been paid Definition
    (verb) deliver something in trust to somebody for a special purpose and for a limited period Definition
    (verb) secure the release of (someone) by providing security Definition
    (verb) empty (a vessel) by bailing Definition
    (verb) remove (water) from a vessel with a container
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