abductor
/əbˈdʌktər/
NOUN
1. Person who kidnaps or abducts
A person who unlawfully takes another person away by force, threats, or deception, usually against their will.
1.1. Kidnapping and forced removal
Used to identify someone who kidnaps, seizes, or forcibly carries another person away, often in connection with criminal activity.
Synonyms
Examples
- The detective identified the suspect as the possible abductor in the recent kidnapping case.
- The forensic team gathered evidence to build a case against the alleged abductor.
- Witnesses described the vehicle used by the unknown abductor during the abduction.
- The community remained on high alert, fearing the presence of a serial abductor.
Related Words
NOUN
2. Muscle that moves a body part outward
A muscle that moves a limb or another body part away from the median line or central axis of the body.
2.1. Anatomy and muscle function
Used in anatomy and physiology to identify muscles responsible for abducting body parts, such as moving the arms or legs away from the body's midline.
Synonyms
- abductor muscle
Examples
- The hip abductor helps stabilize the pelvis during walking.
- Weakness in the shoulder abductor can limit the ability to raise the arm sideways.