kidnaper

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Definition

Noun: A person who takes someone away illegally by force, typically to obtain a ransom. A kidnapper.

Usage

The word "kidnaper" is a less common spelling variant of "kidnapper." It functions identically as a noun to label the perpetrator of the crime of kidnapping. * The kidnaper demanded a large sum of money for the safe return of the child. * Police are searching for the kidnaper who abducted the businessman from his car.

Advanced Usage
  • "Alleged kidnaper": Used in legal or journalistic contexts before a person has been convicted, to indicate they are accused of the crime.
    • The alleged kidnaper will appear in court tomorrow.
  • "Notorious kidnaper": Refers to a kidnapper who is widely and unfavorably known.
    • The notorious kidnaper was finally captured after a decade-long manhunt.
Variants and Related Words
  • Kidnapper (n.): The more common and standard spelling of the word.
  • Kidnap (v.): The verb form meaning to seize and detain someone illegally.
    • The criminals planned to kidnap the heir.
  • Kidnapping (n.): The act or crime of taking someone by force.
    • He was charged with kidnapping and extortion.
Synonyms
  • Abductor
  • Snatcher
  • Hijacker (when referring to taking control of a vehicle with people inside)
Related Phrases
  • To hold for ransom: The typical goal of a kidnapper's action.
    • The kidnaper called to say they would hold the victim for ransom.
Noun
  1. someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

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