insure
Verb
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is a type of: verify - confirm the truth ofsubtypes:
- proof, proofread - read for errors
- control - verify by using a duplicate register for comparison
- double-check - check once more to be absolutely sure
- cross-check - check out conflicting sources; crosscheck facts, for example
- cinch - make sure of
- card - ask someone for identification to determine whether he or she is old enough to consume liquor
- spot-check - pick out random samples for examination in order to ensure high quality
- cover - maintain a check on; especially by patrolling
verb group:- check, check off, mark, mark off, tick, tick off - put a check mark on or near or next to
- check - verify by consulting a source or authority
- ascertain, check, determine, find out, learn, see, watch - find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
- control, verify - check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard
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is a type of: guarantee, warrant - stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition ofsubtypes:same as: cover, underwriteverb group:
- cover - to take an action to protect against future problems
- compensate, cover, overcompensate - make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
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is a type of: protect - shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage
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