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The condition of being sure, especially of oneself; self-assurance.
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Something beyond doubt; a certainty.
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A pledge or formal promise made to secure against loss, damage, or default; a security.
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One who has contracted to be responsible for another, especially one who assumes responsibilities or debts in the event of default.
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American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.