pledge
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Definitions
Noun
a deposit of personal property as security for a debt; "his saxophone was in pledge"
Noun
someone accepted for membership but not yet fully admitted to the group
Noun
a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event
Noun
a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something; "an assurance of help when needed"; "signed a pledge never to reveal the secret"
Verb
promise solemnly and formally; "I pledge that I will honor my wife"
Verb
pay (an amount of money) as a contribution to a charity or service, especially at regular intervals; "I pledged $10 a month to my favorite radio station"
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propose a toast to; "Let us toast the birthday girl!"; "Let''s drink to the New Year"
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give as a guarantee; "I pledge my honor"
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bind or secure by a pledge; "I was pledged to silence"
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