forfeiture

for·fei·ture

noun
\ˈfȯr-fə-ˌchu̇r, -chər, -ˌt(y)u̇r\

Definition of FORFEITURE

1

: the act of forfeiting : the loss of property or money because of a breach of a legal obligation

2

: something (as money or property) that is forfeited : penalty

Examples of FORFEITURE

1. <the forfeiture for early withdrawal of the investment savings will be an amount equal to 10 percent of the investment>

First Known Use of FORFEITURE

14th century

Related to FORFEITURE

Synonyms: damages, forfeit, fine, mulct, penalty

Related Words: reparations; assessment, award, compensation; indemnity

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Rhymes with FORFEITURE

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