Meaning & Definition of word "Entrust"

Entrust

/ɪnˈtrʌst/

verb:

  • 1. To assign the responsibility for doing something to someone.
    • Example: I will entrust my dog to a trusted friend while I am on vacation.
  • 2. To put something into someone's care or protection.
    • Example: She entrusted her life savings to the financial advisor.
  • 3. To give someone the responsibility to manage or take care of something valuable.
    • Example: The teacher entrusted the class project to the most reliable student.
  • 4. To commit to another with confidence.
    • Example: He entrusted the secret to his closest friend.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'entroustier' (to commit), from 'en-' + 'trust' (to trust).

Common Phrases and Expressions

entrust with:

To give someone the responsibility for something.

entrust to:

To place something in someone's care or management.

Related Words

trust:

To have confidence in someone or something.

trustee:

A person who is entrusted with managing property or assets for another.

trustworthiness:

The quality of being reliable or honest.

Slang Meanings of entrust