Impoundment
/ɪmˈpaʊndmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of legally seizing and taking custody of property or goods, especially by government authority.
The police ordered the impoundment of the suspect's vehicle after the arrest.
- (n.) The withholding or non-expenditure of appropriated funds by the executive authority.
The president faced criticism over the impoundment of congressional funds.
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Commentary
Impoundment as property seizure is distinct from budgetary impoundment; context determines usage.
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