Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Impounding.
Impounding - as a noun
Placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impoundment18internment12poundage12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
seizure16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Impounding - as a verb
To shut up or place in an enclosure called a pound
Example: "His car got impounded after he'd parked illegally."
To hold back (for example water by a dam)
To hold in the custody of a court or its delegate
Example: "To impound stray cattle; to impound a document for safe keeping."
To collect and hold (funds) for payment of property taxes and insurance on property in which one has a security interest
Example Sentences
"The impounding of the vehicle was necessary due to the lack of proper registration."
"The impounding of the evidence was crucial for the ongoing investigation."
"One of the consequences of the impounding was the delay in delivering the goods."
"The impounding of the stray dogs was carried out by the local animal control unit."
"The impounding of the stolen items led to the arrest of the thieves."
Word Game Points
Is IMPOUNDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, impounding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IMPOUNDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is IMPOUNDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, impounding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIMPOUNDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is IMPOUNDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, impounding is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIMPOUNDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
