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distrain

verb

/dɪˈstreɪn/

Meaning

to seize someone's property in order to obtain payment of rent or other money owed

The landlord distrained the tenant's furniture for unpaid rent.

seize, confiscate, impound, attach

release, return

distrain property, distrain goods, distrain for rent

make (something) clear; explain.

to stop briefly before continuing

to ask a question; to express doubt about something

To fill someone with great delight or joy.

to enter someone's land or property without permission

to forbid something by law, rule, or other authority