confiscation
Translation
confiscation, seizure, impoundment
Examples
The confiscation of property is a serious matter.
The confiscation of property is a serious matter.
He faced the confiscation of his driver's licence.
He faced the confiscation of his driver's license.
Grammar Patterns
the confiscation of ((sth.)) the act of taking (sth.) away The confiscation of illegal goods is common.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seizure, forfeiture, impoundment
Etymology
From the verb 'confiscate'. The suffix '-ation' denotes an action or process.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'confiscate'. It refers to the act of taking something away.