evict

Definition

To expel (one or more people) from their property; to force (one or more people) to move out.

Etymology

From Middle English evicten, evycten, borrowed from Latin ēvictus, past participle of ēvincō (“to vanquish completely”). Doublet of evince.

Example Sentences

• "evict a tenant"
• "threat to evict"
• "legally evict"

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