| Main Entry: | |
| Part of Speech: | verb |
| Definition: | seize control |
| Synonyms: | carjack, commandeer, kidnap, shanghai, skyjack, steal, take hostage |
| Main Entry: | shanghai |
| Part of Speech: | verb |
| Definition: | kidnap |
| Synonyms: | abduct, capture, carry away, carry off, grab, hijack, hold for ransom, pirate, run away with, seize, skyjack, snatch |
| Main Entry: | air piracy |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | the hijacking of an airplane or helicopter |
| Synonyms: | aircraft piracy, airplane hijacking, highjacking, hijacking, skyjacking |