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Meaning of the word kidnap in English

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kidnap

US /ˈkɪd.næp/
UK /ˈkɪd.næp/
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Verb

take (a person) illegally by force, typically to obtain a ransom.

Example:
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The terrorists threatened to kidnap the ambassador.
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He was accused of attempting to kidnap a child.
Synonym:
abduct seize snatch capture carry off
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