What is the meaning of Replevy?

  • (v.t.) To bail.
  • (v.t.) To take or get back, by a writ for that purpose (goods and chattels wrongfully taken or detained), upon giving security to try the right to them in a suit at law, and, if that should be determined against the plaintiff, to return the property replevied.
  • (n.) Replevin.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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