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Meaning of confiscate
to take something away from someone, often as a punishment or because it is illegal
Etymology of confiscate
The word "confiscate" originates from the Latin words "confiscare" or "confisus," which is a combination of "con" (meaning together) and "fiscus" (meaning basket or treasury), and the suffix "-are" or "-ate" (meaning to make or to do)
Historically, the term was used to describe the act of seizing or taking property, often by the state or government, as a means of punishment or to enforce the law
Synonyms
Definitions
- The act of taking or seizing something, especially as a punishment or to enforce the law
- * To take something away from someone, often as a punishment or because it is illegal
Usage Examples
- The government will confiscate the assets of anyone found guilty of money laundering
- * The police confiscated the suspect's phone and computer as evidence
- * The customs officer confiscated the counterfeit goods at the border