Late 16th century. From post-classical Latin exigi facias, name of a writ, lit. ‘that you cause to be demanded’ from classical Latin exigī, passive infinitive of exigere + facias, 2nd person singular subjunctive of facere.
Definition of exigi facias in US English:
exigi facias
noun
Law historical
Exigent.
Origin
Late 16th century. From post-classical Latin exigi facias, name of a writ, lit. ‘that you cause to be demanded’ from classical Latin exigī, passive infinitive of exigere + facias, 2nd person singular subjunctive of facere.