What is another word for writ of execution?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈɪt ɒv ˌɛksɪkjˈuːʃən] (IPA)

A writ of execution is a legal document issued by a court to enforce a judgment against a defendant who has failed to comply with a court order. There are several synonyms for this legal term including: enforcement order, execution order, judgment execution, order of execution, writ of seizure and sale, and writ of attachment. Each of these terms refers to the same legal document and has the same function of authorizing the court's officers to enforce the court's judgment against the party who owes the debt. Writs of execution are commonly used in civil cases to enforce payment of a monetary judgment against a debtor.

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What are the hypernyms for Writ of execution?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Writ of execution?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for writ of execution (as nouns)

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