Reference meaning
forfeiture
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something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty;
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Other meanings
2. noun
a penalty for a fault or mistake that involves losing or giving up something
3. noun
the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
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