Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sequestrate
verb
/ˈsiːkwɪstreɪt/
Definition
To isolate or set apart; to take possession of property or assets, often by legal authority.
Examples
- The bank had to sequestrate the assets of the company during bankruptcy proceedings.
- During the investigation, the authorities decided to sequestrate certain documents as evidence.
Meaning
The act of taking something away from its original owner or setting it apart from others, usually for legal or financial reasons.
Synonyms
- Sequester
- Isolate
- Separate
- Withdraw
- Confiscate
