Bailee
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bailee is a noun meaning A person who is granted bail.
Meaning
A person who is granted bail.
More Meanings
- (law) One who holds bailed property; one who takes possession of the property of another (called a bailor) in order to keep that property safe for the other.
Example Sentences
If the bailee fails to appear at trial, he or she forfeits the full bond amount and must still stand trial — if he or she is ever located.
Word Forms
- bailees
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include trustee, depositary, donee, depository, custodian, custody.
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