Insurance Definition

insurance
noun
  1. promise of reimbursement in the case of loss; paid to people or companies so concerned about hazards that they have made prepayments to an insurance company
  2. written contract or certificate of insurance; "you should have read the small print on your policy"
  3. protection against future loss

"Insurance" in song lyrics

See how insurance is used in real songs:

  • "The rap crashes, does ya mic have the insurance?"
    Arsonists — Wordplay
  • "The blades can be quick, when replaced with insurance"
    DJ Muggs vs. GZA — Those That's Bout It
  • "you can even fake the orgeezie for insurance"
    Grand Agent f/ Gu Pequeno, Jake la Furia — Keep Yo Mouth Shut

Usage tips for "insurance"

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