(informal) Used generically for a man whose actual name may not be known. / (informal) Used frequently to form an idea personified, as in John Bull, John Barleycorn (see derivations below).

plural of curteyn

The act or process of indemnifying, preserving, or securing against loss, damage, or penalty. / A reimbursement of loss, damage, or penalty. / The state of being indemnified. / That which indemnifies.

Alternative form of hazzan