Meaning of the word dispossess in English

What does dispossess mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dispossess

US /ˌdɪs.pəˈzes/
UK /ˌdɪs.pəˈzes/

Verb

1.

to take property, especially buildings or land, away from someone or a group of people:

Example:
A lot of people were dispossessed of their homes during the civil war.
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