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Definition warrant in British English

warrant verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈwɒrənt/
1

to make an action seem reasonable or necessary

Example

What he did was serious enough to warrant punishment.

Example

I don't think a visit to the doctor is warranted.

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2

to promise something

Example

The company must warrant that the goods meet high standards of construction.

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Definition warrant in British English