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lien

🇬🇧 UK/'li:әn/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A legal right to hold or claim another's property as security until a debt is paid

留置权,扣押权

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
libind, tie, connect
+
ensuffix
=lien

Common Collocations

  • 1.mechanic's lien机械师留置权
  • 2.file a lien提交留置权
  • 3.lien holder留置权持有人

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The mechanic placed a lien on the car until repairs were paid.

  • 2.

    A creditor can file a lien against property for unpaid debts.

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