disseise

Definition of "disseise"
  1. An unlawful action of taking someone's legally owned possession without their consent
How to use "disseise" in a sentence
  1. The court found the accused guilty of disseise when he took the property without the owner's agreement.
  2. Attempts to disseise the landlord of the building led to serious legal repercussions.
  3. It is important to take legal advice before trying to disseise someone of their rightfully owned land.

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