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forfeiting

 

[ ˈfɔːr.fɪ.tɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal context

Forfeiting refers to the act of losing or giving up something as a penalty for a breach of law or contract. It often involves the loss of rights, property, or privileges. In many cases, forfeiting is used as a deterrent against illegal activities, where an individual may lose their assets if they are found guilty of certain crimes. This concept can apply in various scenarios, including financial agreements and criminal justice systems.

Synonyms

abandoning, relinquishing, surrendering

Examples of usage

  • He faced forfeiting his car after the illegal street race.
  • The contract included a clause for forfeiting the deposit.
  • They were warned about the risks of forfeiting their rights.
  • Forfeiting assets can occur if found guilty of fraud.

Translations

Translations of the word "forfeiting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perda

🇮🇳 त्यागना

🇩🇪 Verlust

🇮🇩 kehilangan

🇺🇦 втрата

🇵🇱 utrata

🇯🇵 没収

🇫🇷 perte

🇪🇸 pérdida

🇹🇷 kaybetme

🇰🇷 포기

🇸🇦 فقدان

🇨🇿 ztráta

🇸🇰 strata

🇨🇳 失去

🇸🇮 izguba

🇮🇸 taps

🇰🇿 жоғалту

🇬🇪 წაგება

🇦🇿 itki

🇲🇽 pérdida

Etymology

The term 'forfeit' originates from the Old French word 'forfait', meaning 'forbidden'. It has Latin roots in the word 'forisfacere', which means 'to do wrong'. Historically, the concept of forfeiting has been associated with medieval laws where individuals could lose their lands or possessions as punishment for crimes or failures to fulfill obligations. The evolution of forfeiting has been heavily influenced by legal systems, adapting over centuries to define specific penalties for various offenses. Over time, it has found application beyond just punitive measures, extending into areas like contracts and finance, where individuals may forfeit rights or deposits under specific conditions.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,179, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.