shanghai (Meaning)
shanghai (n)
the largest city of China; located in the east on the Pacific; one of the largest ports in the world
shanghai (v)
take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship
shanghai (v. t.)
To intoxicate and ship (a person) as a sailor while in this condition.
shanghai (n.)
A large and tall breed of domestic fowl.
Synonyms & Antonyms of shanghai
shanghai Sentence Examples
- The nefarious gang planned to shanghai the unsuspecting man into their criminal operation.
- The ship was commandeered by pirates and the crew was shanghai'd to serve at sea.
- The desperate sailors were shanghai'd by a ruthless captain, forced to work without pay.
- The unsuspecting tourists were shanghai'd into attending a scammy tour.
- The unsuspecting victim was shanghai'd into joining a cult, lured by promises of a better life.
- The victim's body was found in a secluded alleyway, a chilling reminder of the dangers of being shanghai'd.
- The Shanghai Bund is a famous waterfront promenade with stunning views of the city skyline.
- The Shanghai Museum houses a vast collection of Chinese art and artifacts, spanning centuries.
- The Shanghai Tower is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the world, offering panoramic views from its observation deck.
- The Shanghai Symphony Orchestra is renowned for its performances of classical and contemporary music.
FAQs About the word shanghai
the largest city of China; located in the east on the Pacific; one of the largest ports in the world, take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, es
spirit, impress, snatch, kidnap, abduct, seize, waylay,capture, crimp, hijack
return,deliver, redeem, rescue, return, deliver, rescue, redeem, restore, ransom
The nefarious gang planned to shanghai the unsuspecting man into their criminal operation.
The ship was commandeered by pirates and the crew was shanghai'd to serve at sea.
The desperate sailors were shanghai'd by a ruthless captain, forced to work without pay.
The unsuspecting tourists were shanghai'd into attending a scammy tour.
