lien/lɪən; liən/ n[C](law 律) ~ (on/upon sth) right to keep sb's property until a debt owed in connection with it (for repair, transport, etc) is paid 留置权, 扣押权（扣押某人财产直至债务, 如修理费、 运输费等清偿方予放还者）.
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