Definition of spoliation

• v. t. - The act of plundering; robbery; deprivation; despoliation.
• v. t. - Robbery or plunder in war; especially, the authorized act or practice of plundering neutrals at sea.
• v. t. - The act of an incumbent in taking the fruits of his benefice without right, but under a pretended title.
• v. t. - A process for possession of a church in a spiritual court.
• v. t. - Injury done to a document.