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). [Blacks Law 8th]