Replevin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈplɛvɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Replevin is a noun meaning (transitive) To replevy.
Meaning
(transitive) To replevy.
More Meanings
- (law) An action to recover personal property unlawfully taken, especially that seized by way of distraint; the writ or procedure of such action.
Example Sentences
Arranged about her are artificial flowers that appear in their varied pale and pastel colors to be faded from the sun. As if perhaps replevined from some desert grave.
Word Forms
- replevins
- replevining
- replevined
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include replevy, replevisor, replevinger, re-restitution, detinue, recaption.
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