seizure

noun

1. 1

   The act of taking possession, as by force or right of law.

   “The search warrant permitted the seizure of evidence.”

2. 2

   A sudden attack or convulsion, (e.g. an epileptic seizure).

   “He fell to the floor and convulsed when the epileptic seizure occurred.”

3. 3

   A sudden onset of pain or emotion.

   “He felt the sudden seizure of pain as the heart attack began.”

4. 4

   That which is seized, or taken possession of; a thing laid hold of, or possessed.

5. 5

   Retention within one's grasp or power; possession; ownership.