A penalty or fine that is imposed as a result of breaking a rule or law. The team had to pay a forfeit for not showing up to the match.
Something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty for wrongdoing or neglect. His careless actions led to the forfeit of his driving license.
An item or privilege that is given up as a consequence of a game or contest. In the game, the loser had to give up a forfeit, which was a piece of candy.