Meaning of the word abduct in English
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abduct
US /æbˈdʌkt/
UK /æbˈdʌkt/
Verb
1.
to take someone away illegally by force or deception; kidnap
Example:
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The millionaire's son was abducted from his home last night.
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Some people believe that aliens abduct humans for experiments.
2.
to move a limb or part of the body away from the midline of the body or from another part
Example:
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The patient was asked to abduct her arm to test her shoulder muscles.
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These muscles help to abduct the fingers.
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