How do you pronounce recognizance?

recognizance is pronounced as /rɪˈkɒɡnɪzəns/.

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recognizance

⚖️recognizance

noun

/rɪˈkɒɡnɪzəns/

recognition recognize

Meaning

A legal obligation or bond entered into before a court, especially to ensure future appearance.

Example Sentences

He was released on his own recognizance.

Example Expressions

on one's own recognizance

Synonyms

bond, pledge, obligation, undertaking

Antonyms

freedom, discharge

Collocations

own recognizance, bail recognizance, release on recognizance

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