Forfeiture Meaning
/ˈfɔːfɪtʃə/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA legal action whereby a person loses all interest in the forfeit property.
nounThe loss of forfeit property.
Sentence Examples
Forfeiture of your assets is the last thing you should be worried about.
Tom bought his car at a forfeiture auction.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ of his property was the penalty for his crime.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The illegal activities of the corporation resulted in the ____ of all its significant assets.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English forfeture, from Old French forfaiture.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ of his property was the penalty for his crime.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The illegal activities of the corporation resulted in the ____ of all its significant assets.