indemnity
|in-dem-ni-ty|
/ɪnˈdɛm.nɪ.ti/
compensation for loss
Etymology
'indemnity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'indemnis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'damnum' meant 'damage.'
'indemnis' transformed into the French word 'indemnité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'indemnity' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'without loss or damage,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'compensation for loss or damage.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
security or protection against a loss or other financial burden.
The insurance policy provides indemnity against theft.
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Noun 2
a sum of money paid as compensation, especially by a country defeated in war.
The treaty required the defeated nation to pay a large indemnity.
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