Repossess
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Repossess is a verb meaning (law, finance) To reclaim ownership of property for which payment remains due.
Meaning
(law, finance) To reclaim ownership of property for which payment remains due.
More Meanings
- (dated, reflexive) To gain back possession of.
Example Sentences
to repossess oneself of something lost
Word Forms
- repossesses
- repossessing
- repossessed
Synonyms for repossess
Depending on context, synonyms include reclaim.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reclaim, possess, recoup, resume, recover, regain.
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