impoundment
/ɪmˈpaʊndmənt/noun
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noun
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[U] formal
the act of officially taking and keeping something, such as a vehicle or goods, until a fine is paid or a legal matter is settled
ज़ब्ती, कब्ज़े में लेना
- The police ordered the impoundment of the unregistered vehicles.
- Smuggled goods are liable to impoundment.
Synonyms seizure confiscation
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[C] technical
a body of water held back by a dam or barrier; the act of holding water back in this way
जलाशय, बाँध द्वारा रोका गया पानी
- The impoundment behind the dam supplies water to three districts.
Synonyms reservoir
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