distrainee

verb (used with object)

1. to constrain by seizing and holding goods, etc., in pledge for rent, damages, etc., or in order to obtain satisfaction of a claim.
2. to levy a distress upon.

verb (used without object)

3. to levy a distress.

noun

1. law a person whose property has been seized by way of distraint

verb

1. law to seize (personal property) by way of distress