sponsion (countable and uncountable, plural sponsions)
The act of becoming surety for another.
An act or engagement on behalf of a state, by an agent not specially authorized for the purpose, or by one who exceeds the limits of authority.
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Source: Wiktionary
Spon"sion, n. Etym: [L. sonsio, fr. spondere, sponsum, to promise solemnly.]
1. The act of becoming surety for another.
2. (Internat. Law)
Definition: An act or engagement on behalf of a state, by an agent not specially authorized for the purpose, or by one who exceeds the limits of authority.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
3 May 2025
(adjective) worth having or seeking or achieving; “a desirable job”; “computer with many desirable features”; “a desirable outcome”
The word “coffee” entered the English language in 1582 via the Dutch “koffie,” borrowed from the Ottoman Turkish “kahve,” borrowed in turn from the Arabic “qahwah.” The Arabic word qahwah was traditionally held to refer to a type of wine.
