Insureds

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A person or entity that is covered under an insurance policy, receiving protection against specific risks or losses
2. Individuals or organizations for whom insurance coverage has been purchased
3. Those who hold a policy contributing to their financial security in the event of unforeseen circumstances

Etymology: "Insureds" is simply the plural of "insured," so its history is that of the noun-forming past participle "insured," the form of "insure" that names the person or party protected by a policy. The plural adds nothing new to the word's story: it marks more than one such party, as when an insurer refers to several policyholders named on the same contract.