cede

Definitions of "cede"
  1. The act of giving up or surrendering something, often following an agreement or treaty
  2. The action of an insurance company transferring a part or all of its liability under an insurance policy to another insurance company
How to use "cede" in a sentence
  1. After the war, the country had to cede a portion of its territory to the victor.
  2. The small insurance company decided to cede a significant portion of its liability under the policy to a larger firm to manage risks.
  3. If the city refuses to cede control of the public park, the state may intervene.

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