a: camera obscura b: a device that consists of a lightproof chamber with an aperture fitted with a lens and a shutter through which the image of an object is projected onto a surface for recording (as on film) or for translation into electrical impulses (as for television broadcast). â off camera. 1.
/seÂ·quesÂ·ter/ (se-kwesÂ´ter) 1. to detach or separate abnormally a small portion from the whole. See sequestration and sequestrum. 2. to isolate a constituent of a chemical system by chelation or other means.
What is SEQUESTRATION? In equity practice. A writ authorizing the taking into the custody of the law of the real and personal estate (or rents, issues, and profits) of a defendant who is in contempt, and holding the same until he shall comply. It is sometimes directed to the sheriff, but more commonly to four commissioners nominated by the complainant.