HyperDic: mechanic[s_lien

English > 1 sense of the expression mechanic's lien:
NOUNpossessionmechanic's lienlien to secure payment for work and materials in erecting or repairing a building or other structure
English > mechanic's lien: 1 sense > noun 1, possession
Meaninglien to secure payment for work and materials in erecting or repairing a building or other structure.
Narrowergarageman's lienThe extension of a mechanic's lien to include payment for work on automobiles
BroaderlienThe right to take another's property if an obligation is not discharged

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