Definitions for replevy

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replevy re·plev·y

Spelling: [ri-plev-ee]

IPA: /rɪˈplɛv i/

Replevy is a 7 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 15 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 17 points.

You can make 110 anagrams from letters in replevy (eelprvy).

Definitions for replevy

noun

1. a seizure in replevin.

verb (used with object)

1. to recover possession of by replevin.

verb (used without object)

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

Origin of replevy

1425-75; late Middle English Middle French replevir; see replevin

Examples for replevy

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

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

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