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HIJACK

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Hijack.

How to pronounce hijack:

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Hijack - as a noun

Seizure of a vehicle in transit either to rob it or divert it to an alternate destination

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
highjack
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
crimecriminal offencecriminal offenselaw-breaking
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Hijack - as a verb

Take arbitrarily or by force

Example: "The cubans commandeered the plane and flew it to miami"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
commandeerhighjackpirate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
seize
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Seize control of

Example: "They hijacked the judicial process"

Example Sentences

"The hijack of the airplane lasted for several hours."
"It was a terrifying experience to witness a hijack on live television."
"The hijack resulted in the diversion of the flight to a different airport."
"Authorities were alerted about the hijack situation."
"The passengers were held hostage during the hijack."
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Word Game Points

Is HIJACK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hijack is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HIJACK has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is HIJACK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hijack is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HIJACK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is HIJACK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hijack is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HIJACK has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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