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bondsman (adjective)

A person who provides a financial guarantee, known as a bond, to ensure someone's appearance in court. Historically, it also refers to a person who is in a state of servitude or slavery to another.

💬 Example

"We had to contact a local bondsman to help my brother get out of jail until his hearing."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'BOND' as a 'ROPE'. A 'BONDSMAN' is a man holding a rope. In history, the rope was around his neck (slavery)....

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
surety guarantor bail-bond agent serf vassal
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Thinking a bondsman is a bounty hunter. → The bondsman is the banker; the bounty hunter is the catcher.

Using 'bondsmans' as the plural. → The plural is 'bondsmen'.

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