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forfeiture

FAW-fiht-shuh

Forfeiture (noun) means the act of losing property or a right as a legal penalty. Example: “The court ordered the forfeiture of the smuggled goods.”

noun

The act of losing property or a right as a legal penalty.

"The court ordered the forfeiture of the smuggled goods."

"Missing the deadline resulted in forfeiture of his claim."

How to Use Forfeiture

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe legal or formal loss of property, money, or rights as a punishment.

Common pairings

asset forfeiture forfeiture of property order of forfeiture

Word Forms

forfeitures plural

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Etymology

From Old French forfaiture, related to forfeit.

Origin: Old French

Synonyms

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sacrifice forfeit

Related Words

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Rhymes for forfeiture

pure cure sure azure nature future manure secure impure injure figure allure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “forfeiture” mean?

The word “forfeiture” means the act of losing property or a right as a legal penalty. In plain terms, the legal or formal loss of property, money, or rights as a punishment.

How do you pronounce “forfeiture”?

“Forfeiture” is pronounced FAW-fiht-shuh (/ˈfɔɹfɪt͡ʃɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “forfeiture” in a sentence?

Here is “forfeiture” used in a sentence: “The court ordered the forfeiture of the smuggled goods.”

What part of speech is “forfeiture”?

“Forfeiture” is a noun.

Where does the word “forfeiture” come from?

The word “forfeiture” comes from Old French. From Old French forfaiture, related to forfeit.

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