What is another word for Mainprise?
Pronunciation: [mˈe͡ɪnpɹa͡ɪz] (IPA) 
Mainprise is a legal term that refers to the act of taking responsibility for the appearance of a person who has been arrested or detained. Synonyms for mainprise include bail, bond, surety, and guarantee. Bail is the most commonly used synonym for mainprise and refers to the money or property that is deposited to secure the release of a person who has been arrested. Bond is also commonly used and refers to a written promise to pay a certain amount of money if the person released does not appear in court. Surety and guarantee are less commonly used but still refer to the act of taking responsibility for the appearance of a person who has been detained.
