bail (Noun) — (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial. ex. "the judge set bail at $10,000"
bail (Noun) — (law) the legal system that allows an accused person to be temporarily released from custody (usually on condition that a sum of money guarantees their appearance at trial). ex. "he is out on bail"
bail (Noun) — A bucket or scoop used for removing water, e.g. from a boat.
bail (Noun) — (cricket) one of the two wooden crosspieces that rest on top of the stumps to form a wicket.
bail (Noun) — The person providing a payment to be temporarily released from custody.
bail (Verb) — Release after a security has been paid.
bail (Verb) — Deliver something in trust to somebody for a special purpose and for a limited period.
bail (Verb) — Secure the release of (someone) by providing security.
bail (Verb) — Empty (a vessel) by bailing.
bail (Verb) — Remove (water) from a vessel with a container.