guarantor

[ gar-uhn-tawr, -ter ]

noun

1. a person, group, system, etc., that guarantees.
2. a person who makes or gives a guarantee, guaranty, warrant, etc.

guarantor

/ ˌɡærənˈtɔː /

noun

1. a person who gives or is bound by a guarantee or guaranty; surety

Other Words From

• pre·guaran·tor noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of guarantor¹

First recorded in 1850–55; guarant(ee) + -or ²

Example Sentences

FOX and kindred outlets were saturated with commentators from across the racial and ethnic rainbow touting Trump-as-matchless-lover-and-protector-of-America and as the guarantor of its greatness.

From Salon

At the same time, Lukashenko has tried to style himself as a tough nationalist with a direct manner, defending his country from harmful foreign influences, and a guarantor of stability.

From BBC

The Renters’ Rights Bill must crack down on these unreasonable demands like huge upfront sums of rent and high-earning guarantors that drive homelessness.”

From BBC

And foster kids struggle on the rental market with no rental history, no guarantor and a monthly stipend of a little over $1,200.

From Los Angeles Times

The measure sees the government act as guarantor for part of a home loan – to encourage lenders to offer low-deposit deals.

From BBC

Related Words

• backer
• underwriter