reseize

/riːˈsaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to take possession of something again, especially a right or property

“The company reseized control of the factory after the workers’ union went on strike.”

2. verb

to take possession of something again, especially a right or property; to take back into one’s possession

“The government reseized the land from the private owner and turned it into a public park.”

3. noun

the act of taking possession of something again

“The reseizing of the company’s assets by the bank led to financial difficulties.”

Synonyms

  • reclaim
  • retake

Antonyms

  • release
  • surrender