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debtor in possession

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A natural person or corporation that has filed a bankruptcy petition, but remains in possession of property upon which a creditor has a lien or similar security interest. Such a business may continue to operate its business under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US

Topics: business, finance, law

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