Dictionary
en•sure
Pronunciation: (en-shoor', -shûr'), [key]—
v.t., -sured, -sur•ing.
1. to secure or guarantee:
This letter will ensure you a hearing.
2. to make sure or certain:
measures to ensure the success of an undertaking.
3. to make secure or safe, as from harm.
4. insure (defs. 1–3).
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