Meaning Of The Word Lien

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Lien Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Lien?

lien in American English
a claim on the property of another as security for the payment of a just debt

lien in American English 1
noun: the legal claim of one person upon the property of another person to secure the payment of a debt or the satisfaction of an obligation

lien in American English 2
noun: the spleen

lien in British English
noun: a right to retain possession of another's property pending discharge of a debt

lien in Finance
noun: A lien is a legal claim on a piece of property that must be paid off before the property can be sold.

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