bondhold

/bɑndhɔld/

Definitions

1. noun

The act or condition of being held in a bond or obligation, especially a mortgage or lien.

“The bondhold on the property prevented the owners from selling it without paying off the debt first.”

2. verb

To hold or secure someone or something with a bond or obligation.

“The bank will bondhold the loan until it is repaid in full.”

Synonyms

  • encumbrance
  • lien

Antonyms

  • disencumber
  • release