LEARNit Dictionary

seize

verb
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1
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to take somebody/something in your hand suddenly and using force
قاپیدن
synonym grab
2
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to take control of a place or situation, often suddenly and violently
تصرف کردن, غصب کردن, تسخیر کردن
They seized the airport in a surprise attack.
The army has seized control of the country.
He seized power in a military coup.
3
C1+
to arrest or capture somebody
دستگیر کردن, بازداشت کردن
The men were seized as they left the building.
Terrorists have seized five hostages.
4
C1+
to take illegal or stolen goods away from somebody
ضبط کردن, مصادره کردن, توقیف کردن
A large quantity of drugs was seized during the raid.
We have the legal right to seize his property.
5
C1+
to be quick to make use of a chance, an opportunity, etc.
تصاحب کردن, دست یافتن, گرفتن, در دست گرفتن
The party seized the initiative with both hands.
She promptly seized the opportunity his absence gave her.
synonym grab
6
to affect somebody suddenly and deeply
به شدت متأثر کردن, متاثر کردن
Panic seized her.
He was seized by curiosity.
7
if a machine seizes, it no longer works because the parts are stuck and cannot move
گیر کردن, قفل کردن, قفل شدن
8
if a part of your body seizes, you are unable to move it easily and it is often painful
گرفتگی, انقباض, سفت شدن, منقبض شدن