covenant

Meanings

• noun

  A formal agreement between two or more parties, usually under seal, in which each party promises to perform a particular duty or render a particular service.

  - "The covenant between the landlord and tenant specifies the duration of the lease."
  - "The covenant of good faith and fair dealing is implied in all contracts."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkʌv.nənt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with covenant
convent , amend , commend , extend

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Variants

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covenant , covenantal , covenants , covenanted , covenanting

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Etymology

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From Old French covenaunt, from covenir to agree, come together, from com- 'with' + venir 'to come'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'covenant' is derived from the Old French word 'covenaunt', which means 'to agree'.

2. In the Bible, a covenant is a formal agreement between God and his people.

3. The term 'covenant marriage' refers to a type of marriage where the couple makes additional promises to each other beyond the standard marriage vows.

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Related Concepts

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1. contract: A legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties, often written and signed.

2. agreement: A mutual understanding between parties, often informal and not legally binding.

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Culture

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In literature and art, covenants often symbolize promises or commitments. In music, the term 'covenant' is used in the context of gothic rock and heavy metal genres.

How to Memorize "covenant"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a formal document signed by both parties, symbolizing their commitment to the agreement.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'covenant' with the idea of a promise or commitment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'C-O-V-E-N-A-N-T: Commitment, Obligation, Value, Engagement, Necessity, Agreement, Trust' to remember the meaning of the word.

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