lawfully-seized
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/ˈlɔːfəli siːzd/
legally taken
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lawfully-seized' originates from the combination of 'lawfully,' meaning 'in accordance with the law,' and 'seized,' meaning 'taken hold of.'
Historical Evolution
'lawfully-seized' combines the Old English 'lagu' (law) and the Middle English 'seisen' (to take possession).
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'taken according to the law,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
legally taken or confiscated according to the law.
The lawfully-seized assets were returned to their rightful owner.
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Last updated: 2025/04/07 22:45