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Spoliation

SPOLIATION, n. 1. The act of plundering, particularly of plundering an enemy in time of war. 2. The act or practice of plundering neutrals at sea under authority. 3. In ecclesiastical affairs, the act of an in...

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SPOLIATION, n.

1. The act of plundering, particularly of plundering an enemy in time of war.

2. The act or practice of plundering neutrals at sea under authority.

3. In ecclesiastical affairs, the act of an incumbent in taking the fruits of his benefice without right, but under a pretended title.

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