lien
nounDivide lien into syllables:
lien
How to pronounce lien:
Definition of lien:
- lien (noun):
- the right to take another's property if an obligation is not discharged.
- a charge upon real or personal property for the satisfaction of some debt or duty ordinarily arising by operation of law
Synonyms for lien:
artisan's lien
general lien
judgment lien
landlord's lien
mechanic's lien
security interest
spleen
warehouseman's lien
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