subsurety

/ˈsʌbˌsɝr.ti/

Definitions

1. noun

A secondary or collateral guarantor or surety, or a person who guarantees the debt or obligation of another, usually in the event that the primary guarantor fails to fulfill their obligation.

“The company provided a subsurety to guarantee the loan, reducing the risk for the lender.”

Synonyms

  • guarantor
  • surety

Antonyms

  • debt dodger
  • defaulter