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confiscate

The correct spelling is confiscate.

How to pronounce confiscate

verb

Say it like: Con-fis-cat-e

The correct spelling is confiscate. To use one's authority to lay claim to and separate a possession from its holder. For example: "In schools it is common for teachers to confiscate electronic games and other distractions."

Usage Examples

In schools it is common for teachers to confiscate electronic games and other distractions.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To use one's authority to lay claim to and separate a possession from its holder.

adjective

  1. 1.Confiscated; seized and appropriated by the government for public use; forfeit.

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