BAIL


Meaning of BAIL in English

n.

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, custody, bail, from Anglo-French, literally, handing over, delivery, from baillier to give, entrust, hand over, from Latin bajulare to carry a burden, from bajulus porter, carrier

Date: 15th century

1 : the temporary release of a prisoner in exchange for security given for the due appearance of the prisoner

2 : security given for the release of a prisoner on bail

3 : one who provides bail

Merriam Webster Collegiate English Dictionary.      Merriam Webster - Энциклопедический словарь английского языка.