Forfeiture

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Definition of 'Forfeiture'

The loss of an asset, or rights to an asset, as a result of defaulting on contractual obligations or conditions.
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Investopedia explains 'Forfeiture'

The party who did not fulfill the required obligations must give up the asset, or cash flows from the asset, as a form of compensation for the resulting losses to the other party.

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