trover

American  

[troh-ver] / ˈtroʊ vər /

noun

Law.

1. an action for the recovery of the value of personal property that another person wrongfully converted to their own use.

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trover British  

/ ˈtrəʊvə /

noun

1. law (formerly) the act of wrongfully assuming proprietary rights over personal goods or property belonging to another

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Etymology

Origin of trover

First recorded in 1585–95; from Middle French, Old French: “to find,” probably from unattested Vulgar Latin tropāre “to compose, invent,” derivative of Latin tropus trope; contrive

Example Sentences

It was unclear whether North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum would be able to stand for the debate, after he injured his leg playing basketball, spokesperson Lance Trover said.

From Reuters

Campaign spokesman Lance Trover said Wednesday that it was “unclear if he will be able to stand at the debate.”

From Seattle Times

“Gov. Burgum will absolutely be on the debate stage next month,” said his spokesman, Lance Trover.

From New York Times

“She is knocking on doors, she is working the phones,” said campaign adviser Lance Trover.

From Seattle Times

Lance Trover, a spokesperson for Steel’s campaign, declined to comment on the latest attack ad, or whether the campaign is still running it.

From Los Angeles Times