Expropriation
/ˌɛksprəprɪˈeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of a government taking privately owned property for public use, usually with compensation.
The government’s expropriation of the land was challenged in court.
- (n.) The legal process by which expropriation is carried out.
Expropriation requires adherence to due process and fair compensation.
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Commentary
Expropriation often involves compulsory acquisition with compensation, differing from confiscation which may lack remuneration.
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