meaning of spoliation
1. The act of plundering; robbery; deprivation; despoliation.
2. Robbery or plunder in war; especially, the authorized act or practice of plundering neutrals at sea.
3. The act of an incumbent in taking the fruits of his benefice without right, but under a pretended title.
4. A process for possession of a church in a spiritual court.
5. Injury done to a document.
6. the act of stripping and taking by force