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bailed

 

[beɪld ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

legal context

Bailed refers to the act of securing the release of a person from legal custody by providing a sum of money or other collateral that guarantees their appearance in court. This process allows the individual to remain free while awaiting trial.

Synonyms

freed, liberated, released.

Examples of usage

  • He was bailed out of jail after posting a hefty bond.
  • The court granted her bail pending the trial.
  • After being arrested, he managed to get bailed within hours.
Context #2 | Verb

financial context

In a financial sense, bailed can mean to provide financial assistance to someone in difficulty. This could involve lending money or covering debts to help someone recover from a financial setback.

Synonyms

assisted, helped, supported.

Examples of usage

  • They bailed him out when his business was struggling.
  • She bailed out a friend who faced eviction.
  • The investor bailed the company out during the crisis.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word originated from the Old French 'bailler', meaning to 'deliver' or 'transfer'.
  • In Middle English, it evolved to mean 'to give' or 'to pay' before taking on modern meanings.

Legal Context

  • In legal terms, 'bail' refers to the temporary release of a person awaiting trial, often involving a monetary guarantee.
  • The practice of bail dates back to the Middle Ages, reflecting early attempts to balance justice with individual rights.

Pop Culture

  • In films and TV shows, characters often 'bail' out on commitments, leading to humorous or dramatic situations.
  • The phrase 'bailing on plans' has become a common expression in modern slang, particularly among younger generations.

Sports

  • In sports like golf or baseball, when a player is said to have 'bailed', it often means they failed to follow through, such as not completing a swing properly.
  • Athletes sometimes 'bail' on a risky move to prevent injury, illustrating the blend of caution and skill in sports.

Psychology

  • Bailing on situations can be linked to avoidance behavior, where individuals may flee rather than confront challenges.
  • Studies suggest that people tend to 'bail' during high-stress situations as a self-preservation tactic, indicating a natural fight-or-flight response.

Translations

Translations of the word "bailed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 libertado

🇮🇳 जमानत पर छोड़ा गया

🇩🇪 freigelassen

🇮🇩 dibebaskan

🇺🇦 випущений

🇵🇱 uwolniony

🇯🇵 保釈された

🇫🇷 libéré

🇪🇸 liberado

🇹🇷 serbest bırakıldı

🇰🇷 석방된

🇸🇦 أُطلق سراحه

🇨🇿 propuštěn

🇸🇰 oslobodený

🇨🇳 获释

🇸🇮 izpuščen

🇮🇸 freistaður

🇰🇿 босатылған

🇬🇪 გამოყვანილი

🇦🇿 azad edilmiş

🇲🇽 liberado

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,862, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.