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RECOGNIZANCE

(noun)
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There is 1 meaning of the word Recognizance.

Recognizance - as a noun

(law) a security entered into before a court with a condition to perform some act required by law; on failure to perform that act a sum is forfeited

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
recognisance
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
securitysurety
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He was released on his own recognizance."
"The judge set bail at $5000 or personal recognizance."
"She was released on her own recognizance pending trial."
"The accused was placed on a $50,000 bond or recognizance."
"The court granted him release on a $10,000 personal recognizance bond."
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Word Game Points

Is RECOGNIZANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, recognizance is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RECOGNIZANCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.

Is RECOGNIZANCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, recognizance is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RECOGNIZANCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 31.

Is RECOGNIZANCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, recognizance is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RECOGNIZANCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 29.

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