reconvey

American  

[ree-kuhn-vey] / ˌri kənˈveɪ /

verb (used with object)

1. to convey again.

2. to convey back to a previous position or place.

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Other Word Forms

• reconveyance noun

Etymology

Origin of reconvey

First recorded in 1500–10; re- + convey

Explanation

To reconvey is to return something to its owner, or bring something back to a certain place. When you convey something, you deliver or carry it. Reconvey adds the prefix re-, "again," essentially meaning "bring something back to its previous owner." This word is almost always used in the context of real estate law. After a homeowner pays off their mortgage, the bank or mortgage company must reconvey the title (proof that they own the home outright) to them.

Example Sentences

Last month, a group called Sky Valley Future requested that the county reconvey 5,300 acres in the Reiter Foothills from the Department of Natural Resources and turn it in to a county park.

From Washington Times • Sep. 2, 2020

At the end of one year, or of two, I may transfer the whole to the Brotherhood, or reconvey it to the original donors.

From Comrades A Story of Social Adventure in California by Dixon, Thomas

Without, the carriage was ready to reconvey them to the new palace.

From Old Fritz and the New Era by Langley, Peter

The reason of my visit!" he exclaimed with renewed fury: "to reconvey her to South Audley Street.

From The Experiences of a Barrister, and Confessions of an Attorney by Warren, Samuel

We had some little trouble explaining to Don Mateo the necessity of giving the bill of sale to my employer, who, in turn, would reconvey the stock to the contractors.

From A Texas Matchmaker by Adams, Andy