1. a person who gives property as security for a debt or obligation
Usage: legal

Examples

• The pledgeor must maintain the collateral in good condition.
• As the pledgeor, she retained ownership of the jewelry while using it as security.
• The bank required the pledgeor to sign additional documentation.
• The pledgeor defaulted on the loan, so the lender took possession of the pledged assets.
• Legal disputes arose between the pledgeor and pledgee over the terms of the agreement.
• The pledgeor’s rights are protected under state commercial law.