sequestration n 1: the act of segregating or sequestering; "sequestration of the jury" [syn: {segregation}] [ant: {integration}] 2: the action of forming a chelate or other stable compound with an ion or atom or molecule so that it is no longer available for reactions 3: a writ that authorizes the seizure of property 4: seizing property that belongs to someone else and holding it until profits pay the demand for which it was seized [syn: {requisition}]