unlawful detainer
unlawful detainer · unlawful detainers
The act of retaining possession of property without legal rightThe act of retaining possession of property without legal right.
Meaning
2 senses(US)The act of retaining possession of property without legal right.
(US)A legal action intended to remedy unlawful detainer by restoring possession of property to its owner.
Forms
plural: unlawful detainers| Singular | unlawful detainer |
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