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Definition hijack in American English

hijack verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈhaɪˌdʒæk/
Example

A U.N. convoy carrying relief supplies has been hijacked by rebels.

Synonyms and related words
abduct abet aid and abet
2

to take control of an organization or activity and use it for your own purposes

Example

Environmentalists were accused of hijacking last week's demonstration against globalization.

Synonyms and related words
take charge (of) see to handle
Definition hijack in American English