Impounds Meaning in English
word · lemma: impound
परिभाषा
To officially take and keep something, usually by law or authority, such as a vehicle or animal, because of a rule violation. Commonly used when the police seize cars or when stray animals are taken to a shelter.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
'Impounds' is formal/legal and is often used by police, government, or animal control. Common phrases: 'The police impounds cars', 'the shelter impounds stray dogs'. Do not confuse with 'confiscate' (broader, not only for vehicles/animals). Mostly used in official contexts.
उदाहरण वाक्य
The city often impounds cars parked illegally.
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The animal shelter impounds lost dogs found on the streets.
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If you don’t pay the fee, the government impounds your vehicle.
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My car got impounded because I parked in a no-parking zone.
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The police usually impounds vehicles involved in serious accidents.
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If your dog keeps running away, animal control impounds it for safety.
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