Back-bond


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BACK-BOND. A bond given by one to a surety, to indemnify such surety in case of loss. In Scotland, a back-bond is an instrument which, in conjunction with another which gives an absolute disposition, constitutes a trust. A declaration of trust.

A Law Dictionary, Adapted to the Constitution and Laws of the United States. By John Bouvier. Published 1856.