Meaning of the word "a price on somebody’s head" in English

What does "a price on somebody’s head" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

a price on somebody’s head

US /ə praɪs ɑn ˈsʌmˌbɑdiz hɛd/
UK /ə praɪs ɒn ˈsʌmbədiz hɛd/
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Idiom

a reward offered for the capture or killing of a person

Example:
The outlaw had a price on his head.
The government put a price on his head after he escaped from prison.