ransom

ransom, n.

1. Money or other consideration demanded or paid for the release of a captured person or property. See KIDNAPPING.

2. The release of a captured person or property in exchange for payment of a demanded price. [Cases: Kidnapping

1. C.J.S. Kidnapping §§ 1–2.]

ransom, vb.

1. To obtain the release of (a captive) by paying a demanded price.

2. To release (a captive) upon receiving such a payment.

3. To hold and demand payment for the release of (a captive).

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资深译员Lynn，知名国际商学院金融专业，专注翻译各种与贷款人责任及其他银行业与金融机构诉讼有关的法律文件。