abduction

B1
Pronunciation
/əbˈdʌk.ʃn̩/
/æbˈdək.ʃn̩/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Leading away; a carrying away.

2 Definition

The act of abducing or abducting; a drawing apart; the movement which separates a limb or other part from the axis, or middle line, of the body.

3 Definition

A syllogism or form of argument in which the major premise is evident, but the minor is only probable.

4 Definition

The wrongful, and usually forcible, carrying off of a human being.

Example Sentences
  • the abduction of a child