Definition eviction in American English

eviction noun

[countable/uncountable] noun

/ɪˈvɪkʃən/

the process of forcing someone to leave the house they are living in, usually because they have not paid their rent

Example

Over 300 families are facing eviction.

Example

an eviction order/notice

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