Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hijack-a-plane
verb
/ˈhaɪdʒæk ə pleɪn/
Definition
To unlawfully seize control of an aircraft, typically by force or threat.
Examples
- The terrorists attempted to hijack the plane mid-flight.
- She was terrified during the news about a recent hijack-a-plane incident.
- Authorities are trained to respond quickly to any attempts to hijack a plane.
Meaning
Hijacking a plane involves taking control of the aircraft in order to manipulate its route or demand something from authorities.
Synonyms
- seize
- commandeer
- take over
- capture
