replevy

[ ri-plev-ee ]

verb (used with object)

, re·plev·ied, re·plev·y·ing.

1. to recover possession of by replevin.

verb (used without object)

, re·plev·ied, re·plev·y·ing.

1. to take possession of goods or chattels under a replevin order.

noun

, plural re·plev·ies.

1. a seizure in replevin.

replevy

/ rɪˈplɛvɪ /

verb

1. to recover possession of (goods) by replevin

noun

1. another word for replevin

Derived Forms

• reˈpleviable, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of replevy¹

1425–75; late Middle English < Middle French replevir; replevin

Word History and Origins

Origin of replevy¹

C15: from Old French replevir ; see replevin

Example Sentences

I of course refused, whereupon he threatened to replevy, and at once returned to his lawyer's office.

From Project Gutenberg

It is unlawful, in itself, to replevy goods in the custody of the collectors.

From Project Gutenberg

Simon was ordered to replevy that land to Odo as well as the chattels and to treat him rightfully in his court.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• get back
• reclaim
• recoup
• regain
• repair
• rescue
• restore
• resume
• retrieve
• salvage