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