escrow

A bond, deed, or other document kept in the custody of a third party and taking effect only when a specified condition has been fulfilled.; Verb: Place in custody or trust until a specified condition has been fulfilled.

ریشه

Late Middle English, from Old French 'escroe', meaning a scrap of paper or a roll of parchment; this indicated the deed that a third party held until a transaction was completed.

مثال

• The money was held in escrow until the deal was finalized.
• They agreed to escrow the funds until the condition was met.
• The deed to the property is in escrow.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Escrow account Escrow company Escrow funds Escrow agreement