forfeiture

noun

for·​fei·​ture ˈfȯr-fə-ˌchu̇r How to pronounce forfeiture (audio)
-chər,
-ˌt(y)u̇r
1
: the act of forfeiting : the loss of property or money because of a breach of a legal obligation
assets subject to forfeiture
2
: something (such as money or property) that is forfeited : penalty

Examples of forfeiture in a Sentence

the forfeiture for early withdrawal of the investment savings will be an amount equal to 10 percent of the investment
Recent Examples on the Web The federal government seeks over $1 million from Metcalf through federal forfeiture laws. Aleksandra Appleton and Amelia Pak-Harvey, Chalkbeat Indiana, The Indianapolis Star, 4 June 2024 The penalties for Verizon and T-Mobile were eventually reduced after the commission reviewed additional evidence, according to the forfeiture orders made available by the FCC. Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 29 Apr. 2024 The companies provided responses to the FCC, which took the carriers' comments into consideration in the forfeiture orders released today. Jon Brodkin, Ars Technica, 29 Apr. 2024 After the asset forfeiture process, the FBI said the timepiece was returned to its rightful owner: the Sagamore Hills National Historic Site. Daniella Segura, Miami Herald, 27 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for forfeiture 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of forfeiture was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Forfeiture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forfeiture. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

forfeiture

noun
for·​fei·​ture ˈfȯr-fə-ˌchu̇(ə)r How to pronounce forfeiture (audio)
-chər
1
: the act of forfeiting
2
: something forfeited : penalty

Legal Definition

forfeiture

noun
for·​fei·​ture ˈfȯr-fə-ˌchu̇r How to pronounce forfeiture (audio)
1
: the loss of a right, money, or especially property because of one's criminal act, default, or failure or neglect to perform a duty compare waiver
2
: something (as money or property) that is forfeited as a penalty
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