hostage
hos
ˈhɑs
haas
tage
tɪʤ
tij
/hˈɒstɪd‍ʒ/

Definition & Meaning of "hostage"in English

Hostage
01

someone held prisoner by a person or group who will be set free if the demands of that person or group are met

hostage definition and meaning
Examples
The kidnappers took several employees hostage during the bank robbery, demanding a ransom for their release.
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