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recognisance vs security

security vs recognisance

recognisance and security both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
recognisance Yes No No No
security Yes No No No
As nouns, security is a hypernym of recognisance; that is, security is a word with a broader meaning than recognisance:
  • recognisance: (law) a security entered into before a court with a condition to perform some act required by law; on failure to perform that act a sum is forfeited
  • security: property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation
Other hypernyms of recognisance include surety.
recognisance (noun) security (noun)
(law) a security entered into before a court with a condition to perform some act required by law; on failure to perform that act a sum is forfeited measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in
a guarantee that an obligation will be met
freedom from anxiety or fear
a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers
property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation
defense against financial failure; financial independence
a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends
the state of being free from danger or injury
Difference between recognisance and security

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