Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hostage-rescue

noun

/ˈhɒstɪdʒ ˈrɛskuː/

Definition

The act or operation of freeing individuals who have been taken captive or held against their will.

Examples

The police planned a hostage-rescue operation after the bank was held up.
Special forces were deployed for the hostage-rescue mission in the troubled region.
In movies, you often see dramatic hostage-rescue scenes that keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Meaning

Hostage-rescue refers to various tactical methods and strategies employed to ensure the safe return of captives, often involving negotiations, law enforcement operations, or military interventions.