Definition of Spoliation
Spoliation
spo·li·a·tion


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(noun)
The act of plundering or pillaging, especially in a violent or destructive manner.

e.g. The ancient city was left in ruins after the spoliation by the invading army.

(noun)
(law) the action of altering, concealing, or destroying incriminating evidence;

e.g. He was accused of spoliation because he altered the security footage to delete some scenes.



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