Wiktionary
answer for
vb. 1 (context transitive English) To be held responsible for. 2 (context transitive English) To guarantee.
WordNet
answer for
v. furnish a justifying analysis or explanation; "I can't account for the missing money" [syn: account]
Usage examples of "answer for".
And you have been brought before this, the highest of high tribunals, to answer for your crimes.