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impound

/ɪmpaʊnd/ verb · British & US
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What does impound mean?

verb

to take possession of something, especially a vehicle, as a result of a debt or fine, or to store something in a secure place, such as a pound.

Example

"The car was impounded by the police for unpaid parking tickets."

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