Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tiger-kidnapping
Noun
/ˈtaɪɡər ˈkɪdnæpɪŋ/
Definition
Tiger-kidnapping refers to the act of abducting or forcibly taking someone, typically for ransom or coercive purposes, with a particular emphasis on extreme or violent methods.
Examples
- The shocking rise in tiger-kidnapping cases has left authorities scrambling for solutions.
- In the movie, the protagonist narrowly escapes a tiger-kidnapping plot orchestrated by a notorious gang.
- Law enforcement agencies are warning the public about the dangers of tiger-kidnapping in urban areas.
Meaning
The term combines the concept of ‘tiger’, symbolizing ferocity and cunning, with ‘kidnapping’, denoting the unlawful removal of a person against their will.
Synonyms
- Abduction
- Kidnapping
- Captivity
- Snatching
- Coercive capture