Meaning of the word confiscation in English

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confiscation

US /ˌkɑːn.fəˈskeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌkɒn.fɪˈskeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

the act of officially taking private property away from someone, usually as a punishment or to enforce laws or regulations

Example:
The confiscation of illegal goods is a common practice at customs.
The court ordered the confiscation of his assets.
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