Distrain

/dɪˈstɹeɪn/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:9 ptsWWF:10 pts8 letters

Definition of Distrain

verb

  1. To squeeze, press, embrace; to constrain, oppress.
  2. To force (someone) to do something by seizing their property.

    "to distrain a person by his goods and chattels"

  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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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

distress