Ransom (noun)

  1. A sum of money or other payment that is demanded or paid in exchange for the release of a kidnapped or imprisoned person or for the return of captured property.
  2. Payment made to redeem a prisoner or kidnapped person.

Origin:

The word "ransom" is derived from the old french word "ranson" which means "payment for release". it is a sum of money or other payment that is demanded or paid in exchange for the release of a kidnapped or imprisoned person or for the return of captured property.

Examples:

  1. The kidnappers demanded a large ransom for the safe return of the child.
  2. The company paid the ransom to have its stolen data returned.
  3. The kidnappers contacted the family and demanded a ransom for the victim's release.
  4. The government refused to pay the ransom for the hostages.
  5. The kidnappers lowered the ransom demand after negotiations with the police.
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