Meaning of the word dispossession in English
What does dispossession mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dispossession
US /ˌdɪs.pəˈzeʃ.ən/
UK /ˌdɪs.pəˈzeʃ.ən/
Noun
the action of depriving someone of land, property, or other possessions
Example:
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The dispossession of indigenous people from their ancestral lands remains a critical issue.
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The war led to the widespread dispossession of the civilian population.