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impoundment (n.)

1660s; see impound + -ment. Earlier in the same sense were impoundage (1610s), impounding (1550s).

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Definitions of impoundment from WordNet

impoundment (n.)
placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law;
Synonyms: impounding / internment / poundage
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