Category:Seizure

Sei"zure, n.

1. The act of seizing, or the state of being seized; sudden and Violent grasp or gripe; a taking into possession; as, the seizure of A thief, a property, a throne, etc.

2. Retention within one's grasp or power; hold; possession; Ownership. Make o'er thy honor by a deed of trust, and give me seizure of the Mighty wealth. Dryden.

3. That which is seized, or taken possession of; a thing laid hold Of, or possessed.