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expropriate

/ɛksˈprɔɪəteɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does expropriate mean?

verb

to take or seize the property of (another person or organization) without their consent, typically for public use or to benefit the government.

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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