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covenant

1. cov.e.nant \'k*v-(*-)n*nt\ \.k*v-*-'nant-*l\ n [ME, fr. OF, fr. prp. of 
   covenir to agree, fr. L convenire] 1: a usu. formal, solemn, and binding 
   agreement : COMPACT  2a: a written agreement or promise usu. under seal 
   between two or more part ies esp. for the performance of some action 2b: 
   the common-law action to recover damages for breach of such a contract  - 
   cov.e.nan.tal aj
2. cov.e.nant \'k*v-(*-)n*nt, -*-.nant\ vt : to promise by a covenant : 
   PLEDGE to enter into a covenant :  CONTRACT