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distraint Definition

dis·traint (di strānt)

noun

Law the action of distraining; seizure

Etymology: ME distreint < OFr destreinte

distraint Usage Examples

Preposition: for

  • rent: Under common law the right is limited to distraint for rent.

Adjective modifier

  • illegal: In cases of illegal distraint, the owner of the goods and the distrainor will be liable for wrongful interference with the goods.
  • statutory: Statutory distraint is a power to seize goods granted under a particular statute.

Modifies a noun

  • notice: Crisis Denial Too many people ignore creditor's calls, final demands and distraint notices until it is too late.
  • visit: What should you do if you are worried by threats of a distraint visit?