This is the 8584th most frequent Catalan word.
embargament
Seizure or confiscation, typically of property or assets.
In this sentence, 'embargament' refers to the legal process of seizing assets as a result of an unpaid debt.
Van sol·licitar embargament dels béns del deutor.
They requested the garnishment of the debtor's assets.
Here, 'embargament' describes the act of confiscating a vessel by legal order.
L'embargament de la nau va ser ordenat pel tribunal.
The seizure of the ship was ordered by the court.
In this instance, 'embargament' metaphorically conveys the state of being emotionally restrained or overwhelmed.