estreat Meaning & Definition
What Does Estreat Mean?
Estreat is a noun that means A true copy, duplicate, or extract of an original writing or record, especially of amercements or penalties set down in the rolls of court to be levied by the bailiff, or other officer. As a verb, it means To extract or take out from the records of a court, and send up to the court of exchequer to be enforced; said of a forfeited recognizance.
Estreat at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Plural | estreats |
| Verb forms | estreats, estreating, estreated |
Estreat Definition (Noun)
- A true copy, duplicate, or extract of an original writing or record, especially of amercements or penalties set down in the rolls of court to be levied by the bailiff, or other officer.
Estreat as a Verb
- To extract or take out from the records of a court, and send up to the court of exchequer to be enforced; said of a forfeited recognizance.
- To bring in to the exchequer, as a fine.
Synonyms of Estreat
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Estreat synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
estreat (plural estreats)
estreat (third-person singular simple present estreats, present participle estreating, simple past and past participle estreated)
Words That Rhyme With Estreat
Origin of Estreat
Old French estrete (“an extract”).
Frequently Asked Questions About Estreat
Is estreat a noun or a verb?
Estreat is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of estreat?
The plural of estreat is estreats.
What is the past tense of estreat?
The past tense of estreat is estreated. The present participle is estreating.