seizure

English

/ˈsiʒɚ /

noun
Definitions
  • The act of taking possession, as by force or right of law.
  • A sudden attack or convulsion, (e.g. an epileptic seizure).
  • A sudden onset of pain or emotion.
  • That which is seized, or taken possession of; a thing laid hold of, or possessed.
  • (obsolete) Retention within one's grasp or power; possession; ownership.

Etymology

Suffix from English seize.

Origin

English

seize

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