Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

indemnitee

noun

/ˌɪn.dɛm.nɪˈtiː/

Definition

A person or entity that is protected by indemnity, which means they are entitled to compensation for harm or loss.

Examples

The contractor acted as an indemnitee under the terms of the contract.
As an indemnitee, she expected the company to cover her legal fees.
During the merger, both parties agreed on the responsibilities of the indemnitee.

Meaning

In legal contexts, an indemnitee is someone who receives a promise or guarantee from another party (the indemnitor) to be compensated for certain losses or damages that may arise in the course of an agreement.