Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

repo-men

Noun

ˈrēˌpōˌmen

Definition

Individuals who are authorized to repossess items, typically due to unpaid debts.

Examples

After missing several payments, the repo-men arrived to take the car.
The repo-men were efficient, quickly locating and repossessing the equipment.
Many find it unsettling to encounter repo-men when they fall behind on their loans.

Meaning

Repo-men are hired by financial institutions or companies to reclaim belongings that are under a contractual agreement, commonly when payments are overdue.