Distrain Synonyms & Definitions

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• DistrainDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (v. t.) To subject to distress; to coerce; as, to distrain a person by his goods and chattels.
2. (v. t.) To seize, as a pledge or indemnification; to take possession of as security for nonpayment of rent, the reparation of an injury done, etc.; to take by distress; as, to distrain goods for rent, or of an amercement.
3. (v. t.) To press heavily upon; to bear down upon with violence; hence, to constrain or compel; to bind; to distress, torment, or afflict.
4. (v. i.) To levy a distress.
5. (v. t.) To rend; to tear.

• DistrainedDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (imp. & p. p.) of Distrain