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insure definition

in·sure (in s̸ho̵or′)

transitive verb insured -·sured′, insuring -·sur′·ing

  1. to contract to be paid or to pay money in the case of loss of (life, property, etc.); take out or issue insurance on (something or someone)
  2. ensure

Etymology: ME ensuren: see ensure

intransitive verb

to give or take out insurance

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