Guarantee
/ˌɡɛə.rəŋˈtiː/noun
A formal assurance that certain conditions will be fulfilled, especially that a product will be repaired or replaced if not of the required standard.
Did you know?The term 'guarantee' is rooted in the Old French word 'garant,' meaning 'to protect or defend,' hinting at ancient contracts of life and death!
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*gʰer-
“To grasp, enclose, or protect.”
Latin
Latin
garantia
“A pledge or surety, often relating to a promise of safety.”
Old French
Old French
garant
“One who provides assurance or protection.”
Middle English
Middle English
garantye
“A promise, assurance, or protection in legal contexts.”
Modern English
English
guarantee
“A formal assurance, especially in legal and financial matters.”