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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

eviction

/ɪˈvɪkʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does eviction mean?

noun

The act of legally forcing someone to leave a property or building, often due to non-payment of rent or other contractual breaches. A person who has been forced to leave a property.

Example

"The court ordered the eviction of the tenant due to non-payment of rent."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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