Translation of "hostage" into Scots

hostage is the translation of "hostage" into Scots.

hostage noun grammar

A person given as a pledge or security for the performance of the conditions of a treaty or stipulations of any kind, on the performance of which the person is to be released. [..]

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  • hostage

    person or entity which is held by one of two belligerent parties to the other or seized as security for the carrying out of an agreement, or as a preventive measure against certain acts of war

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