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Definition ransom in American English

ransom noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˈrænsəm/
1

the amount of money that someone wants to be paid before they will let a person who they are keeping as a prisoner go free

Example

Her parents received a ransom note.

Example

Her kidnappers are demanding a $5 million ransom.

Synonyms and related words
price cost charge
Definition ransom in American English