Hypothecary

adj, noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    The holder of a hypothec, or pledge

    "Their only real advantage now is that the hypothecary can obtain an order of attachment, […]"

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of, pertaining to, or arising from hypothecation, the pledging of property or mortgage as surety for a loan not-comparable

    "hypothecary action"

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