Seize

/siːz/

The meaning and definition of Seize, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To take possession of (by force, law etc.).
    “to seize a ship after libeling”
  2. To bind, lash or make fast, with several turns of small rope, cord, or small line.
    “to seize or stop one rope on to another”
Synonyms arrogate commandeer confiscate clasp grasp grip

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