noun.
In international law, the right of a belligerent to seize and use the property of a neutral where that property is within the belligerent's jurisdiction, there is pressing need, and compensation is provided.
noun.
The right of a government etc., in time of war, to seize, use or destroy property of a belligerent or neutral state, provided compensation is paid
Word Usage
"But I suppose I shouldn't carp, no matter how angary you make me."