rt. 1 money etc. pledged against the temporary release of an untried prisoner. 2 person(s) giving this. p. (usu. foll. by out) 1 release or secure the release of (a prisoner) on payment of bail. 2 release from a difficulty; rescue.
rt. 1 money etc. pledged against the temporary release of an untried prisoner. 2 person(s) giving this. p. (usu. foll. by out) 1 release or secure the release of (a prisoner) on payment of bail. 2 release from a difficulty; rescue.