Definition of "underwriters" []

• Plural form of underwriter. (noun)

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• "The title underwriters 'concerns stem from the fact that if a foreclosure is deemed to be defective, the party acquiring that property, either at the foreclosure auction or directly from the foreclosing bank, may not get good title, and in fact, may not obtain any title at all and so lose their entire investment."
• "These sponsors were referred to as "underwriters" rather than "advertisers," I presume in hopes that it would be an easier swallow for those in the room."
• "So what I did, being in the insurance field, I called the underwriters and said I have a hypothetical question."