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indemnify

1 of 1verb
/ɪnˈdɛmnəˌfaɪ/
Forms:indemnifies,indemnifying,indemnified,indemnified
1

to repay someone for financial loss, damage, etc. that they have experienced

transitive
  • The employer agreed to indemnify the employee for any work-related injuries covered by the company's insurance.
  • As part of the settlement, the business agreed to indemnify the affected customers for the financial losses incurred due to the product recall.
  • The rental agreement required the tenant to indemnify the landlord for damages caused to the property beyond normal wear and tear.
Synonyms:
recompensecompensaterepair
2

to shield someone from potential financial losses or legal consequences resulting from their actions

transitive
  • The insurance policy indemnifies homeowners against liability for accidents that occur on their property.
  • The contract includes a clause that indemnifies the company against any legal claims arising from the use of its products.
  • The software company indemnifies its clients against losses resulting from security breaches or data breaches.
  • The employment contract indemnifies the employer against legal claims related to workplace accidents or injuries.
  • The release form indemnifies the event organizers against liability for injuries sustained during the activity.