hostage meaning in Hindi

Hindi words for hostage

person given as a pledge or security

बंधक bandhak

English meaning of hostage

1. noun 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. noun 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. noun Something that constrains one's actions because it is at risk.
4. noun One who is compelled by something, especially something that poses a threat; one who is not free to choose their own course of action.

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Questions about hostage in Hindi

What is the meaning of hostage in Hindi?

Hostage in Hindi is बंधक (bandhak).

hostage का हिंदी में क्या अर्थ है?

Hostage: बंधक (bandhak).

What does hostage mean in English?

Hostage means 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.