hijacker
Translation
hijacker
Examples
The hijacker forced the pilot to change course.
The hijacker forced the pilot to change course.
Police negotiated with the hijacker for hours.
Police negotiated with the hijacker for hours.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) hijacker a person who hijacks a vehicle The hijacker had a weapon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: terrorist, kidnapper (in a broader sense)
Etymology
From the verb 'hijack' + the agent suffix '-er'. The origin of 'hijack' is uncertain, possibly from a command to 'hold high' or a greeting 'Hi, Jack!' used as a ruse.
Memory Tips
Think of the phrase 'Hi, Jack!' being used to distract someone before taking control of their vehicle. The '-er' suffix simply means 'a person who does' this.