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promissory

prom·is·so·ry [ prómmi sàwree ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. containing promise: concerning, containing, or implying a promise

2. showing insurance contract provisions: stating how the terms of an insurance contract will be fulfilled

[15th century. < medieval Latin promissorius< Latin promiss- (see promise)]
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