Highjacking
Highjacking noun - Robbery of a traveller or vehicle in transit or seizing control of a vehicle by the use of force.
Piracy and highjacking are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Piracy" instead a noun "Highjacking".
Nearby Words: highjack, highjacked
Piracy
Piracy noun - Hijacking on the high seas or in similar contexts; taking a ship or plane away from the control of those who are legally entitled to it.
Usage example: air piracy
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Highjacking and piracy are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Highjacking" instead a noun "Piracy".
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