HIGHJACKING
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Highjacking.
Highjacking - as a noun
Robbery of a traveller or vehicle in transit or seizing control of a vehicle by the use of force
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hijacking26Hypernyms (Closely Related)
robbery14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Highjacking - as a verb
To forcibly stop and seize control of some vehicle in order to rob it or to reach a destination (especially an airplane, truck or a boat).
To seize control of some process or resource to achieve a purpose other than its originally intended one.
To seize control of a networked computer by means of infecting it with a worm or other malware, thereby turning it into a zombie.
To change software settings without a user's knowledge so as to force that user to visit a certain web site (to hijack a browser).
To introduce an amendment deleting the contents of a bill and inserting entirely new provisions.
Example Sentences
"The highjacking of the plane was foiled by brave passengers."
"The highjacking resulted in a tense standoff between the hijacker and authorities."
"The pilot managed to prevent the highjacking by making an emergency landing."
"She was traumatized by the experience of witnessing a highjacking."
"The highjacking attempt failed when the crew raised an alarm."
Word Game Points
Is HIGHJACKING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, highjacking is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HIGHJACKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 32.
Is HIGHJACKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, highjacking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHIGHJACKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 36.
Is HIGHJACKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, highjacking is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHIGHJACKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 37.
