Definition

To take possession of something again, especially property or assets.

Example

The bank had to reseize the property after the owner failed to make payments.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they might reseize the property from the previous owner?

Yeah, I read about that; it sounds complicated.

I wonder what will happen if they do reseize it again.

It could change everything for the neighborhood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reseize → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "seize" (from Old French *saisir*, meaning to take or grasp). The word "reseize" means to take or grasp again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking again' — 're-' means again, and 'seize' means to take.

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