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Definition or meaning of the English word Usurp
To seize; and hold in possession; by force; or without right; as; to usurp a throne; to usurp the prerogatives of the crown; to usurp power; to usurp the right of a patron is to oust or dispossess him. (v. t.).
To commit forcible seizure of place; power; functions; or the like; without right; to commit unjust encroachments; to be; or act as; a usurper. (v. i.).
Translations for the English word Usurp
German Translation for the English word Usurp is sich bemächtigen
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