impoundment
[/ɪmˈpaʊndmənt/]
nounmasculinepl: impoundments
apreensão
1. The act of seizing and holding property by legal authority
The impoundment of the vehicle was authorized by the court.
A apreensão do veículo foi autorizada pelo tribunal.
2. A reservoir created by a dam that holds back water
The impoundment behind the dam provides water for irrigation.
O reservatório criado pela barragem fornece água para irrigação.
3. Confinement of an animal in an enclosure
The dog's impoundment at the shelter lasted two weeks.
O confinamento do cão no abrigo durou duas semanas.
4. The withholding of funds by the government (fiscal context)
Congressional impoundment of defense spending created controversy.
A retenção orçamentária de despesas de defesa criou controvérsia.
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