equivocation vs surety

equivocation

noun
  • A logical fallacy resulting from the use of multiple meanings of a single expression. 

  • The use of expressions susceptible of a double signification, possibly intentionally and with the aim of misleading. 

surety

noun
  • A promise to pay a sum of money in the event that another person fails to fulfill an obligation. 

  • One who undertakes to pay money or perform other acts in the event that his principal fails therein. 

  • A substitute; a hostage. 

  • Evidence; confirmation; warrant. 

  • Certainty. 

  • That which makes sure; that which confirms; ground of confidence or security. 

How often have the words equivocation and surety occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )