bondsman
Translation
bail bondsman, serf, slave
Examples
The defendant was released after a bondsman posted bail.
The defendant was released after a bail bondsman posted bail.
In ancient times, a bondsman had few rights.
In ancient times, a bondsman had few rights.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the bondsman)) a person who provides bail. The bondsman paid the court.
Similar Words
Synonyms: surety, guarantor (for bail); slave, serf (for servitude)
Etymology
From 'bond' (a binding agreement) + 'man' (a person). It refers to a person who provides a bond or is in bondage.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'man' who handles the financial 'bond' to get someone out of jail, or a man held in 'bonds' (chains).