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abduction

noun

/æbˈdʌk.ʃən/

Meaning

the act of taking someone away illegally by force; kidnapping

The police are investigating the abduction of the child.

kidnapping, capture, seizure, snatching, hijacking

release, liberation

child abduction, abduction case, abduction victim, abduction report

an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable

The ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions.

a mixture used in building to bond bricks or stones together; also, a small cannon for firing shells

A local administrator or official who coordinates activities in a specific region.

A rhythmic flow of sounds or words; the rise and fall of voice.

The quality of someone's ability or character; the internal diameter of a gun barrel.