Ransom Definition

ransom
noun
  1. money demanded for the return of a captured person
  2. payment for the release of someone
  3. the act of freeing from captivity or punishment
verb
  1. exchange or buy back for money; under threat

"Ransom" in song lyrics

See how ransom is used in real songs:

  • "Fight to the death, hold your team for ransom"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Apathy, Celph Titled — Yell at Us
  • "The bastard son, I hold tongues for ransom"
    7L & Esoteric f/ KARMA — Psychohistorians
  • "Do it, is the anthem that kidnapped us, hold us for ransom"
    9th Prince f/ Akir, AR.Change.L — Top Secret

Usage tips for "ransom"

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