hypothec

UK /haɪˈpɒθ.ɪk/ US /haɪˈpɑ.θɪk/
noun 3

Definitions

noun

1

In Scotland, a landlord's right over the stocking (cattle, implements, etc.), and crops of his tenant, as security for payment of rent.

2

In Québec, a legal right over property used as security for an obligation, such as a mortgage.

3

Everything; the whole lot.

...saddle and all, the whole hypothec turned round and grovelled in the dust below the donkey’s belly.

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