WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

repossessions

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun repossession has 1 sense
  1. repossession - the action of regaining possession (especially the seizure of collateral securing a loan that is in default)
    --1 is a kind of
    recovery, retrieval
    Derived form: verb repossess2

Definitions from the Web

Repossessions

Description

Repossessions refer to the action or process of regaining possession, typically of a valuable item, due to non-payment or a breach of contract. It involves the seizure of the item by the creditor or the authorized agent.

Sample Sentences

  1. The bank had to initiate repossessions of several houses due to the borrowers' failure to make mortgage payments.
  2. John's car was taken away in a repossession because he was unable to keep up with the loan installments.
  3. The repossessions of the company's assets helped recoup a portion of the outstanding debts.
  4. During the economic downturn, there was a significant increase in repossessions of various luxury goods like boats and recreational vehicles.
  5. The repossession of the artwork left the gallery empty and caused an uproar among art enthusiasts.

Related Products (Amazon)

repositions repositories repository reposseing repossess repossessed repossessing repossession repossessions repost reposte reposted repot repotory repoty repour repp

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus