HOSTAGES

8 letters 12 Scrabble points

Definition of HOSTAGES

noun
  1. A person given as a pledge or security for the performance of the conditions of a treaty or similar agreement, such as to ensure the status of a vassal.

  2. A person seized in order to compel another party to act (or refrain from acting) in a certain way, because of the threat of harm to the hostage.

  3. Something that constrains one's actions because it is at risk.

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters H O S T A G E S
Length 8 letters
Scrabble Score 12 points

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