1. bail
verb. ['ˈbeɪl'] secure the release of (someone) by providing security.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- bail (English)
- baillier (French)
- beyl (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beygla (Middle English (1100-1500))
2. bail
verb. ['ˈbeɪl'] remove (water) from a vessel with a container.
Antonyms
Etymology
- bail (English)
- baillier (French)
- beyl (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beygla (Middle English (1100-1500))
3. bail
noun. ['ˈbeɪl'] 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).
Synonyms
Etymology
- bail (English)
- baillier (French)
- beyl (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beygla (Middle English (1100-1500))
4. bail
verb. ['ˈbeɪl'] deliver something in trust to somebody for a special purpose and for a limited period.
Etymology
- bail (English)
- baillier (French)
- beyl (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beygla (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. bail
noun. ['ˈbeɪl'] (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial.
Synonyms
Etymology
- bail (English)
- baillier (French)
- beyl (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beygla (Middle English (1100-1500))