confiscate
con
ˈkɑn
kaan
fis
ˌfəs
fēs
cate
keɪt
keit
British pronunciation
/kˈɒnfɪskˌe‍ɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "confiscate"in English

to confiscate
01

to officially take away something from someone, usually as punishment

Transitive: to confiscate a possession
to confiscate definition and meaning
example
Examples
The customs officer may confiscate prohibited items at the border.
confiscate
01

surrendered or taken because of a rule violation or penalty

example
Examples
The confiscate goods were displayed in the courtroom.
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