Meaning ofunderwritein English

Verb

1. to guarantee financial support; assure success
   The company will underwrite the costs of the new project.
2. to sign and agree to pay; assume responsibility
   The bank agreed to underwrite the loan and assume full responsibility.
3. to act as insurance provider
   The insurance company will underwrite the policy for the new building.
4. to support or guarantee a basis
   The government will underwrite the funding for the research project.