Definition of Forfeiture. Meaning of Forfeiture. Synonyms of Forfeiture

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Definition of Forfeiture

Forfeiture
Forfeiture For"fei*ture (?; 135), n. [F. forfeiture, LL. forisfactura.] 1. The act of forfeiting; the loss of some right, privilege, estate, honor, office, or effects, by an offense, crime, breach of condition, or other act. Under pain of foreiture of the said goods. --Hakluyt. 2. That which is forfeited; a penalty; a fine or mulct. What should I gain By the exaction of the forfeiture? --Shak. Syn: Fine; mulct; amercement; penalty.

Meaning of Forfeiture from wikipedia

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