to take a possession away from someone when you have the right to do so, usually as a punishment and often for a limited period , after which it is returned to the owner
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1. The police have the right to confiscate any forbidden objects they find. 如发现违禁货物,警方有权查扣。 2. Did the teacher confiscate your toy? 老师没收你的玩具了吗?