Lien

Synonyms of lien

• claim
• charge
• encumbrance

Antonyms of lien

• release
• free
• discharge

Collocations of lien

lien holder

Frequency: 80 %

The lien holder has the legal right to claim the property if the debt is not repaid.

mechanic's lien

Frequency: 70 %

The mechanic's lien was placed on the vehicle until the repair bill was settled.

tax lien

Frequency: 65 %

The tax lien was imposed on the business for unpaid taxes.

property lien

Frequency: 60 %

The property lien prevented the owners from selling the house until the debt was cleared.

judgment lien

Frequency: 50 %

The judgment lien was placed on the defendant's assets as part of the court ruling.

Idiomatic Expressions for lien

• Phrase: to place a lien on
  Meaning: to officially claim a legal right to someone's property until a debt is paid off
  Usage: The contractor placed a lien on the property after the homeowner failed to pay for the renovations.