Insure

/ɪnˈʃʊər/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To secure or protect an investment or asset.

It’s wise to insure your home to prevent major financial loss in case of disaster.

To provide assurance of a financial or material benefit.

The company will insure its employees against workplace injuries.

To protect or guarantee against loss or harm by means of a contract or agreement, especially of an insurance policy.

I need to insure my new car against theft and accidents.

To make certain or guarantee something will happen.

They installed extra security cameras to insure the safety of the premises.

From Latin 'securare', meaning to make safe.

insure against

To protect oneself from a potential loss or risk.

insure someone's future

To take measures that will safeguard someone's future interests.

insurance

A contract providing for compensation in the event of loss or damage.

insurer

A company or person that provides insurance.

To make sure or guarantee something.

I'll insure we have enough snacks for the party.