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entail

Definition

verb: to have (something) as a part, step, or result
verb: to restrict (property) by limiting the inheritance to the owner's lineal descendants or to a particular class thereof
synonyms: intaglio, tail, tailye

Examples

I'll need to know a little more about what the job 'entails'. [='involves']
He accepted the responsibility, with all that it 'entails'.
The procedure does 'entail' [='carry'] certain risks.

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(..) were to confess before the trial... Then they will be shown the Mother's mercy. And what does the Mother's mercy entail? It depends upon the situation. The acts themselves, the degree of contrition. Thank you, High Septon, for bringing them whatever (..)
2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: The Gift Season: 5 Episode 7