Synonyms for Contract

Definition of contract

noun
  1. a binding agreement between two or more persons that is enforceable by law
  2. (contract bridge) the highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make
  3. a variety of bridge in which the bidder receives points toward game only for the number of tricks he bid

20 synonyms found

Writing tips for "contract"

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"Contract" in song lyrics

See how contract is used in real songs:

  • "Caron' catching contact, man hunt contract"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Molly-Q — Godfathers
  • "Give me, cross the map, compact your daily contract"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Othorized F.A.M. — Salute
  • "He just mad that AMB got the contract"
    AMB — Chips N Dip

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