abducting Meaning & Definition
/æb.dəkˈtɪŋ/
What Does Abducting Mean?
As a verb, abducting means present participle and gerund of abduct.
Quick Facts About Abducting
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /æb.dəkˈtɪŋ/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | abducent, carry off and drag away |
| Antonyms | adducent, adductive and adducting |
Abducting Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of abduct
Verb
- To take away by force; to carry away (a human being) wrongfully and usually with violence or deception; to kidnap.
- To draw away, as a limb or other part, from the median axis of the body.
Synonyms of Abducting
Abducting synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Abducting
Word Forms & Grammar
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Words That Rhyme With Abducting
How Do You Say Abducting?
Abducting is pronounced /æb.dəkˈtɪŋ/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the third syllable (tɪŋ).
Questions People Ask About Abducting
What part of speech is abducting?
Abducting is a verb.
What is another word for abducting?
Words with a similar meaning to abducting include abducent, carry off and drag away. See the full list of abducting synonyms and antonyms.