The meaning of Debentures and additional information.

Debenture(n.) A writing acknowledging a debt; a writing or certificate signed by a public officer, as evidence of a debt due to some person; the sum thus due.

Debenture(n.) A customhouse certificate entitling an exporter of imported goods to a drawback of duties paid on their importation.

Debentured(a.) Entitled to drawback or debenture; as, debentured goods.