'To levy on goods and chattels' definitions:

Definition of 'To levy on goods and chattels'

From: GCIDE
  • Levy \Lev"y\, v. i. To seize property, real or personal, or subject it to the operation of an execution; to make a levy; as, to levy on property; the usual mode of levying, in England, is by seizing the goods. [1913 Webster]
  • To levy on goods and chattels, to take into custody or seize specific property in satisfaction of a writ. [1913 Webster] Levyne