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forfeit

Transitive VerbIntransitive VerbNoun

Meanings

Transitive Verb
[~ something]

To lose the right to something or be forced to give it up as a penalty for a mistake, crime, or breach of contract.

"He had to forfeit his deposit after canceling the reservation at the last minute."

Intransitive Verb
[~ a game/match]

To concede a victory to an opponent or lose a contest because of a failure to appear or a violation of rules.

"The team had to forfeit the match because they did not have enough players."

Noun

A fine or penalty paid for a wrongdoing or a loss of a right or property as a consequence of a crime.

"The forfeit for breaking the treaty was a significant payment of gold."

Noun

Something that is given up or lost as a penalty.

"The loss of his professional license was a heavy forfeit for his negligence."

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