Hypothecary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Hypothecary is an adjective meaning Of, pertaining to, or arising from hypothecation, the pledging of property or mortgage as surety for a loan.
Meaning
Of, pertaining to, or arising from hypothecation, the pledging of property or mortgage as surety for a loan.
More Meanings
- (law) The holder of a hypothec, or pledge
Example Sentences
hypothecary action
Their only real advantage now is that the hypothecary can obtain an order of attachment, […]
Word Forms
- hypothecaries
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hypothecatory, hypothallial, hypothallic, hypothalamic, hypostomial, hypophysial.
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