1. Noun
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. Noun
Retention within one's grasp or power; hold; possession; ownership.
3. Noun
That which is seized, or taken possession of; a thing laid hold of, or possessed.
4. Noun
the act of taking of a person by force
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