writ of execution

A 'writ of execution' is a legal instrument issued by a court to enforce a judgment, often involving the seizure of property to satisfy a debt.

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Definition

(technical, formal)A court-issued order directing authorities to seize and sell a debtor's property to satisfy a judgment.

The creditor obtained a writ of execution to recover the unpaid debt.
Law enforcement carried out the writ of execution by seizing the debtor's assets.

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