kidnapper (Meaning)

Wordnet

kidnapper (n)

someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

Webster

kidnapper (n.)

One who steals or forcibly carries away a human being; a manstealer.

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someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)One who steals or forcibly carries away a human being; a manstealer.

abductor, pickpocket, hijacker, shoplifter, carjacker, cutpurse, rustler, pillager, bandit, looter

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The prime suspect in the kidnapping case was a notorious criminal with a history of violent offenses.

The kidnapper, armed with a gun, forced the young girl into the backseat of his car and sped away.

The police launched a massive manhunt for the kidnapper, fearing he would harm the victim.

The parents of the kidnapped child were distraught, pleading with the kidnapper to release their precious child.