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- pronunciation:
- ihn
shur
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
ensures, ensuring, ensured |
| definition 1: |
to make sure or certain.
Those dark clouds ensure rain.
- synonyms:
- assure, guarantee
- similar words:
- clinch, mean, see
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| definition 2: |
to protect or make safe.
She ensures her good health by eating right and exercising.- synonyms:
- guard, protect, safeguard
- similar words:
- secure, shield
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| related words: |
assure, guarantee |
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| derivation: |
ensurer (n.) |
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