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repossessed

/riːˈpɒsɛst/ verb · British & US
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What does repossessed mean?

verb

To take possession of something again, typically because the original owner has failed to pay for it. To recover or regain something that has been lost or taken away.

Example

"The bank repossessed the car because the owner had missed several payments."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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