Definition of Sequester
Sequester
se·ques·ter
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To isolate or set apart, often for a specific purpose.
e.g. The jury was sequestered during the trial to prevent outside influence.
(verb)
to legally take possession of assets until claims have been met;
e.g. The court sequestered his house until he was able to pay off the debt.
(noun)
a cut or reduction in government spending;
e.g. There is a sequester of $10 million because the budget deal didn't get approved.
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