Meaning of the word expropriation in English

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expropriation

US /ɪkˌsproʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ɪkˌsproʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/

Noun

1.

the act of taking away money or property, especially for public use without payment to the owner, or for personal use illegally:

Example:
The need for expropriations could delay construction by up to nine months.
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