Kidnap

Origin

From kid ("child") + nap ("nab, grab")

Full definition of kidnap

Verb

1. (transitive) To seize and detain a person unlawfully; sometimes for ransom.

Noun

1. An instance of kidnapping.

Related terms

• kidnapper, kidnaper
• kidnappee, kidnapee

Anagrams

• ink pad, ink-pad, inkpad