ETYM Latin abductio: cf. French abduction.
In philosophy and logic, a form of probable inference, reaching a probable conclusion on the basis of available evidence. Aristotle uses the term to refer to a weak syllogism that fails to carry certainty. For US philosopher Charles Peirce, it is the process of generating hypotheses.
1. The criminal act of capturing and carrying away a person by force.
2. (Physiology) Moving of a body part away from the central axis of the body. + prikaži više

Illegal seizure or taking control of a vehicle and/or its passengers or goods. The term dates from 1923 and originally referred to the robbing of freight trucks. Subsequently it (and its derivative, “skyjacking”) has been applied to the seizure of aircraft, usually in flight, by an individual or group, often with some political aim. International treaties (Tokyo 1963, The Hague 1970, and Montreal 1971) encourage cooperation against hijackers and make severe penalties compulsory. + prikaži više

The unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment.
The abduction of a person against his or her will. It often involves holding persons for ransom. It may also take place in child-custody disputes or involve psychosexual motives.