Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carjack
verb
/ˈkärˌjak/
Definition
To forcibly take another person’s vehicle, typically using threats or violence.
Examples
- The huge spike in carjackings in the city has made residents wary of driving alone at night.
- He was carjacked at a stoplight, which left him traumatized.
Meaning
Carjacking refers to the act of stealing a car directly from the owner, often while they are still inside or just getting out.
Synonyms
- steal
- rob
- theft
