The Dictionary of Internal Security

Dictionary

English  
hijacking - noun MP3
 
Definitions  
Def: seizing an aircraft by force or threat of force
Example: Most highjackings are performed to use the passengers as hostages in an attempt to obtain transportation to a certain location by way of negotiations with the authorities.
 
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Word family  
  • highjack
  • hijacker
 
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