verb transverb intrans
to put one's signature on (an insurance policy) thereby assuming liability in case of specified loss or damage
to assume (a sum or risk) by way of insurance
to agree to purchase (a security issue) usu on a fixed date at a fixed price
to guarantee financial support of (an enterprise)
to subscribe or agree to (something)
to write (something) under or at the end of something else
to carry on the business of an underwriter