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   ensure

   /ɪnˈʃʊə/

   verb

   • 1. make certain that (something) will occur or be the case: "the client must ensure that accurate records are kept" Similar make suremake certainsee to itsecureguaranteewarrantcertifyset the seal onclinchconfirmcheckverifycorroborateestablishinformal:sew up
   • ▪ make certain of obtaining or providing (something): "legislation to ensure equal opportunities for all" Similar safeguardprotectguardshieldshelterfortifymake invulnerableassuresecuremake safewatch overlook aftertake care of
   • ▪ make sure that (a problem) does not occur: "only by researching stocks thoroughly can a client ensure against being misled"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the senses ‘convince’ and ‘make safe’): from Anglo-Norman French enseurer, alteration of Old French aseurer, earlier form of assurer (see assure). Compare with insure.

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishENSURE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   verb [ T ] (US also insure) uk / ɪnˈʃɔː r/ us / ɪnˈʃʊr / Add to word list. B2. to make something certain to happen: The airline is taking steps to ensure safety on its aircraft. [ + (that) ] The role of the police is to ensure (that) the law is obeyed.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › ensureEnsure Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of ENSURE is to make sure, certain, or safe : guarantee. How to use ensure in a sentence. Do you ensure or insure? Synonym Discussion of Ensure.

4. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishensure verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

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   Definition of ensure verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishENSURE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   To ensure something, or to ensure that something happens, means to make certain that it happens. [ formal ] Negotiators ensured that the treaty was a significant change in direction.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › ensureEnsure - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   Definitions of ensure. verb. make certain of. “This nest egg will ensure a nice retirement for us” synonyms: assure, guarantee, insure, secure. guarantee, vouch. give surety or assume responsibility. see more see less. verb. be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something.

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   Ensure definition: to secure or guarantee. See examples of ENSURE used in a sentence.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › ensureEnsure - definition of ensure by The Free Dictionary

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   Define ensure. ensure synonyms, ensure pronunciation, ensure translation, English dictionary definition of ensure. to secure or guarantee; safeguard; make sure or certain: take measures to ensure success Not to be confused with: insure – warrant; protect against loss; to...

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishENSURE | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary - Cambridge ...

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   ENSURE definition: to make certain that something is done or happens: . Learn more.

10. www.wordreference.com › definition › ensureensure - WordReference.com Dictionary of English

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    to guarantee; make sure: taking measures to ensure success.[ ~ + obj + obj]: This letter will ensure you an interview. [~ + (that) clause] Come early to ensure that you get a seat. to make secure or safe: How can a good luck charm ensure your safety? WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024.

11. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › ensureensure | meaning of ensure in Longman Dictionary of Contemporary...

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    ensure meaning, definition, what is ensure: to make certain that something will happ...: Learn more.