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Raredistrain
The correct spelling is distrain.
How to pronounce distrain
verb
IPA: /dɪˈstɹeɪn/
Say it like: Dis-tra-yn
The correct spelling is distrain. To squeeze, press, embrace; to constrain, oppress. For example: "to distrain a person by his goods and chattels"
Usage Examples
“to distrain a person by his goods and chattels”
Definition
verb
- 1.To squeeze, press, embrace; to constrain, oppress.
- 2.To force (someone) to do something by seizing their property.
- 3.To seize somebody's property in place of, or to force, payment of a debt.
- 4.To pull off, tear apart.
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