repossession
|re/pos/ses/sion|
/ˌriːpəˈzɛʃən/
taking back property
Etymology
'repossession' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'repossessionem,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'possidere' meant 'to possess.'
'repossessionem' transformed into the Old French word 'repossession,' and eventually became the modern English word 'repossession' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to possess again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'taking back property due to default.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of taking back property by a lender or seller from the borrower or buyer, usually due to default on payments.
The bank initiated the repossession of the car after several missed payments.
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Last updated: 2025/02/06 16:49