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expropriated

/ɛksˈprɔprieɪtɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does expropriated mean?

verb

to take or seize the property of (someone) without their consent, especially by the state, for public use or to benefit another person.

Example

"The government expropriated the land to build a new highway."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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