pledgee

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Noun pledgee has 1 sense

pledgee - someone to whom a pledge is made or someone with whom something is deposited as a pledge
--₁ is a kind of adult, grownup
--₁ has particulars: pawnbroker

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Pledgee

Definition:

A pledgee refers to a person or entity who receives a pledge, typically in a legal or financial context. The pledgee is the party that has accepted the pledge and has certain rights and responsibilities regarding it.

Sense 1:

Noun - Someone who receives a pledge

Example Sentence: The bank acted as the pledgee for the mortgage, ensuring the repayment of the loan.

Sense 2:

Noun - A person to whom a promise is made

Example Sentence: The pledgee held the promisor accountable for keeping their commitment.

Sense 3:

Noun - One who receives a pledge of financial support

Example Sentence: The pledgee expressed gratitude towards the donor for their generous contribution.

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