expropriate
Translation
expropriate, compulsorily purchase
Examples
The government will expropriate the land for a new park.
The government will expropriate the land for a new park.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to take (sth.) from its owner for public use. The government will expropriate the land.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seize, confiscate, commandeer
Etymology
From Latin 'ex-' (out of) + 'proprius' (one's own). It means to take something out of someone's own possession.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'ex-' (out) + 'propriate' (like property). The government takes property 'out' of your hands.