English dictionary
confiscate
/'k/A/nf/I/,sk/eI/t/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Seized and appropriated by the government to the public use; forfeited.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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surrendered as a penalty
Source: WordNet 3.0
verb
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take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority
ExamplesThe police confiscated the stolen artwork.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To seize as forfeited to the public treasury; to appropriate to the public use.
Source: webster1913