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deforce

Pronunciation: /dɪˈfɔːs/

Definition of deforce

verb

[with object] Law
  • deprive (someone) wrongfully or forcibly of their rightful property.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Anglo-Norman French deforcer, from de- (expressing removal) + forcer 'to force'

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