seize
/ˈsiːz/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: seizes · seizing · seized
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To deliberately take hold of; to grab or capture.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To take advantage of (an opportunity or circumstance).
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “seize” mean?
To deliberately take hold of; to grab or capture.
Is “seize” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.