What is the meaning of insure?

Be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something.
- usage: "He verified that the valves were closed"; "See that the curtains are closed"; "control the quality of the product"
- synonyms: see, check, see to it, ensure, control, ascertain, assure
Make certain of.
- usage: "This nest egg will ensure a nice retirement for us"; "Preparation will guarantee success"
- synonyms: guarantee, ensure, assure, secure
Protect by insurance.
- usage: "The insurance won't cover this"
- synonyms: cover, underwrite
Take out insurance for. .

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