Definition of Impressment
Impressment
Im·press·ment
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
The act of seizing people or property for public use, especially for military service.
e.g. The British Navy's practice of impressment sparked outrage among American sailors.
(noun)
the act of compelling someone to serve in the military, conscription;
e.g. Impressment was heavily criticized by those who believed it violated the constitution since British citizens were not subject to the conscription of men to fight in the war.
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