没收

没收 refers to the act of seizing or confiscating property, usually by legal authority. It is commonly used in contexts such as law enforcement, customs, or official regulations where items are taken away due to violations or illegal activities.

The character 没 (méi) means 'without' or 'not,' and 收 (shōu) means 'to collect' or 'to take.' Together, they form a term that implies taking something away without permission, often through formal procedures.

In Chinese legal and administrative contexts, 没收 is frequently used in situations like confiscating contraband, illegal goods, or assets involved in crimes. It is also used in everyday language when describing the seizure of items during inspections or enforcement actions.