Indemnify
Definitions
- (v.) To compensate for loss or damage; to secure against legal responsibility for a specified risk.
The contract requires the tenant to indemnify the landlord against any damages.
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Commentary
Often used in contracts to allocate risk and protect a party from certain liabilities.
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