Sequestration

ENZH

What Does Sequestration Mean?

  • 扣押
  • 隔离
  • 封存

Sequestration Pronunciation

/ˌsiːkwəˈstreɪʃən/

Sequestration Definition

noun

Definition

The act of taking legal possession of assets until a debt has been paid or other claims have been met.

In ZH

在偿还债务或满足其他要求之前,法律上占有资产的行为。

How to Use Sequestration in a Sentence

  • The court ordered the sequestration of the defendant's assets.
  • Sequestration was necessary to ensure that the evidence was preserved.
  • Due to financial issues, the company faced sequestration of its property.
  • The government may enforce sequestration for tax evasion cases.
  • The judge decided on sequestration to maintain fairness in the trial.
noun

Definition

A legal procedure in which a debtor's assets are held under the custody of the court.

In ZH

一种法律程序,其中债务人的资产在法院的监护下被扣押。

How to Use Sequestration in a Sentence

  • In bankruptcy cases, sequestration is often used to manage assets.
  • Sequestration helps prevent the dissipation of assets during legal disputes.
  • The process of sequestration can be complex and lengthy.
  • After the sequestration, the creditors were notified of the proceedings.
  • Sequestration can provide protection for both creditors and debtors.
noun

Definition

The act of isolating or removing something from its surroundings.

In ZH

将某物从其环境中隔离或移除的行为。

How to Use Sequestration in a Sentence

  • The sequestration of the contaminated material was necessary to ensure safety.
  • Scientists often use sequestration techniques to isolate specific compounds.
  • The sequestration of the area was vital for the endangered species.
  • She advocated for the sequestration of carbon to combat climate change.
  • Sequestration in the laboratory is essential for accurate results.