extradition
Translation
extradition
Examples
The two countries signed an extradition treaty.
The two countries signed an extradition treaty.
He is fighting extradition to the United States.
He is fighting extradition to the United States.
Grammar Patterns
((extradition of sb.)) ((to a place)) the act of sending a criminal back to the country where they are accused The government is seeking his extradition to France.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deportation, handover
Etymology
From Latin 'ex-' (out) + 'traditio' (a delivering up). Literally 'a handing over out'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'ex-' as 'out of a country' and connect 'tradition' to the idea of 'handing over' a person, like a tradition is handed down.