The Dictionary of Internal Security

Dictionary

English  
fugitive - noun MP3
 
Definitions  
Def: a person who is running away or fleeing, as from the law.
Example: The FBI is offering rewards for information leading to the apprehension of the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives.
 
Usage note  
Interpol uses the terms 'fugitive' and 'wanted person' synonymously.
Word family  
 
Collocations  
  • declare a fugitive
  • be declared a fugitive
  • fugitive from justice
 
See also  
 
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