Definition of Forfeiture

the loss of property or money as a penalty for doing something wrong

Examples of Forfeiture in a sentence

Since he filed for bankruptcy, the broke businessman’s office building is subject to forfeiture.  🔊

The settlement includes a financial forfeiture that the defendant agreed to give up.  🔊

The teacher had to agree to the forfeiture of her bonus check if she decided to quit her job early.  🔊

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