sequester

/siːkwˈɛstɐ/

/sɪˈkwɛstɝ/

to sequester

MAIN VERB

keep away from others

synonyms : seclude

set apart from others

synonyms : isolate

undergo sequestration by forming a stable compound with an ion

take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority

synonyms : attach

requisition forcibly, as of enemy property

Examples

1. Union commanders in Virginia sequestered their soldiers.

2. The healthy soils also sequester carbon as well.

3. Sequestered away.

4. The Great Bear also sequesters carbon.