Distraint
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Distraint is a noun meaning (law) The legal right of a landlord to seize the property of a tenant in the event of nonpayment of rent.
Meaning
(law) The legal right of a landlord to seize the property of a tenant in the event of nonpayment of rent.
Word Forms
- distraints
Synonyms for distraint
Depending on context, synonyms include distress.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include distress, distringas, detainer, lien, stress, deforcement.
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