26 February 2015

subrogate

[suhb-ruh-geyt]

verb (used with object), subrogated, subrogating.
1. to put into the place of another; substitute for another.
2. Civil Law. to substitute (one person) for another with reference to a claim or right.

Origin
late Middle English Latin
1400-1450; 1540-50 for def 1; late Middle English (past participle) < Latin subrogātus (past participle of subrogāre to nominate (someone) as a substitute), equivalent to sub- sub- + rogā (re) to request + -tus past participle suffix

Related forms
subrogation, noun
unsubrogated, adjective

Dictionary.com

Examples from the web for subrogate
– Waives the state’s right to subrogate with regard to any party to a contract, lease, or other written agreement.
– On occasion, one carrier may subrogate against the other in either property or casualty losses.
– We do however strongly object to the use of fee demonstration projects to harm, displace or subrogate concessioner operations.

Anagram

bat rogues
bags route

Today’s aphorism

Be tolerant of those who are lost on their path. Conceit, Anger, Jealousy and Greed stem from a lost soul. Pray that they will find guidance.

– Native American proverb

On this day

26 February 1829 – birth of Levi Strauss, German-born, American clothing manufacturer. Most notable for Levi jeans. Died 26 September 1902.

26 February 1928 – birth of Fats Domino, American rhythm and blues, and rock and roll musician. He sold more than 5 million records and had 35 U.S.A. Top 40 hits. His songs included Blueberry Hill, When My Dreamboat Comes Home, Whole Lotta Loving.

26 February 1932 – birth of Johnny Cash, American singer and musician. Cash was considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Hits included Folsom Prison Blues, Ring of Fire, Get Rhythm, I Walk the Line, A Boy Named Sue. Died 12 September 2003.

26 February 1945 – birth of Peter Brock, Australian car racing legend. Died 8 September 2006.