ransom
(ran-som)
2 syllables
Definition
noun. something paid or demanded for the freedom of a captured person
verb. to free from captivity or punishment by paying a price
verb. to free from captivity or punishment by paying a price
Example Sentence
The thief wanted a ransom for the stolen diamond.
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ransom
Rhymes
- bransom
- handsome
- hansom
- ransom
- ransome
- sansom
- transom