Definition of confiscate

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  • confiscate is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • confiscate is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
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Definition of confiscate

  • take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority (verb)

    Examples

    1. The police confiscated the stolen artwork

    Synonyms

    1. attach
    2. impound
    3. seize
    4. sequester
  • surrendered as a penalty (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. forfeit
    2. forfeited

See definition of confiscate in Merriam Webster