kidnap — to take someone away illegally by force, typically to obtain a ransom
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to take someone away illegally by force, typically to obtain a ransom
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɪdnæp/
Korean meaning: 몸값을 요구하기 위해 누군가를 불법적으로 납치하다
Korean pronunciation: 키드-냅 (강세: 키드)
Example Sentences
- The superhero's pet hamster was kidnapped by his arch-nemesis for a ridiculous ransom of 100 sunflower seeds.
- Parents should teach their children about stranger danger to prevent kidnapping.
- My cat thinks I kidnap him every time I take him to the vet.
kidnap
VERB//ˈkɪdnæp//
to take someone away illegally by force, typically to obtain a ransom
Masked criminal forcefully taking businessman away
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A catnap leads to witnessing a kidnap - despite the mishap, justice won't nap!
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Origin
17세기에 'kid(아이)'와 'nap(잡다)'가 합쳐져서 만들어진 단어입니다. 원래는 아이들을 아메리카 식민지로 데려가 노예로 부리기 위해 유괴하는 행위를 가리켰습니다.
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“The superhero's pet hamster was kidnapped by his arch-nemesis for a ridiculous ransom of 100 sunflower seeds.”
“Parents should teach their children about stranger danger to prevent kidnapping.”
“My cat thinks I kidnap him every time I take him to the vet.”
“The movie plot involved a elaborate kidnap scheme that ultimately failed.”
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