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impound

verb im·pound \im-ˈpand\

: to use legal powers to get and hold (something)

Full Definition of IMPOUND

transitive verb
1
a :  to shut up in or as if in a pound :  confine
b :  to seize and hold in the custody of the law
c :  to take possession of <she was dismissed and her manuscript impounded — Jonathan Weiner>
2
:  to collect and confine (water) in or as if in a reservoir
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First Known Use of IMPOUND

15th century
IMPOUND Defined for Kids

impound

verb im·pound \im-ˈpand\
im·pound·edim·pound·ing

Definition of IMPOUND for Kids

:  to shut up in or as if in an enclosed place <impound cattle>

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