Meaning of the word indenture in English
What does indenture mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
indenture
US /ɪnˈden.tʃɚ/
UK /ɪnˈden.tʃər/
Noun
a formal legal agreement, contract, or document, especially one that binds an apprentice to a master or a servant to an employer
Example:
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The young man signed an indenture to serve as an apprentice for seven years.
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Many immigrants came to the colonies under an indenture system.
Verb
to bind (someone) by an indenture as an apprentice or laborer
Example:
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He was indentured to a blacksmith for five years.
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The company indentured several workers from overseas.