kidnapping Meaning & Definition
/ˈkɪdnæpɪŋ/
What Does Kidnapping Mean?
Kidnapping is a verb that means present participle and gerund of kidnap. As a noun, it means The crime of taking a person against their will, sometimes for ransom.
Kidnapping at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkɪdnæpɪŋ/ |
| Plural | kidnappings |
Kidnapping Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of kidnap
Kidnapping as a Noun
- The crime of taking a person against their will, sometimes for ransom.
Verb
- To seize and detain a person unlawfully; sometimes for ransom.
Synonyms of Kidnapping
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Kidnapping synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
kidnapping
kidnapping (countable and uncountable, plural kidnappings)