kidnap
Meaning
To unlawfully seize and carry away a person by force or fraud, typically with the intent to demand a ransom or to hold the individual for other illicit purposes; this act is characterized by a violation of personal autonomy and is often associated with cr
💡 The term "kidnap" is often misused in colloquial contexts to refer to any form of abduction or taking someone away against their will; however, it specifically implies an unlawful act with a serious intent, often involving coercion or threat.
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