Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hijack
verb
/ˈhaɪ.dʒæk/
Definition
To seize control of a vehicle or aircraft by force.
Examples
- They planned to hijack the cargo plane during its flight.
- The news reported that the bus was hijacked on its way to the city.
- In the movie, the main character attempted to hijack a train to escape.
Meaning
Hijack refers to the act of taking control of a vehicle, plane, or other means of transport illegally and typically by using threats or violence.
Synonyms
- seize
- commandeer
- usurp
- take over
