Meaning ofsequesterin English

Verb

1. to isolate from external influences; seclude
   The researchers sequestered the participants in a quiet room to minimize distractions.
2. to store by separating
   The company will sequester the carbon emissions by capturing and storing them underground.
3. to set apart; remove from use
   The government will sequester the funds for the new project to ensure their proper use.
4. to hold property as security (legal context)
   The court ordered to sequester the defendant's assets until the trial is over.
5. to remove funds automatically (from a budget)
   The government will sequester a portion of the budget to reduce the national debt.