interpleader

  1. Noun.  (legal) One who makes an interplea.
  2. Noun.  (legal) Motion for a third party to enter into a lawsuit in process because a matter is being adjudicated in which they have an interest.
  3. Noun.  (legal) Process by which a third party asks a court to determine which of two rival claims is to be honored by the third party.

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