Forfeiture

/fˈɔːfe‍ɪt‍ʃɐ/

/ˈfɔɹfətʃɝ/

Forfeiture

a penalty for a fault or mistake that involves losing or giving up something

synonyms : forfeit

the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.

synonyms : forfeit

something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty

synonyms : forfeit

Examples

1. Take thy forfeiture.

2. Spassky’s forfeiture ended the match.

3. Civil asset forfeiture is a law enforcement tool.

4. And in this way civil forfeiture turns the presumption of innocence on its head.