Kidnap ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Kidnap ( verb )

1. To take someone away illegally by force or deception and hold them in captivity.
2. To abduct someone.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from kidnap, probably based on kid "child" + nap "seize".

Examples:

1. He was kidnapped by a group of criminals.
2. She was kidnapped and held for ransom.
3. The kidnappers demanded a large sum of money.
4. The police are investigating the kidnap.
5. The victim of the kidnap.

(As a noun)

Kidnap ( noun )

1. The action or crime of taking someone away illegally by force or deception and holding them in captivity.
2. The act of abducting someone.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from kidnap, probably based on kid "child" + nap "seize".

Examples:

1. The kidnap of the businessman.
2. The police are investigating the kidnap.
3. The victim of the kidnap.
4. The kidnappers demanded a large sum of money.
5. The kidnap was planned for weeks.