Definition

To steal a vehicle by force or threat from the person who is using it.

Example

The police are investigating a case where a man attempted to carjack a woman at a gas station.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy who tried to carjack a vehicle downtown last night?

Yeah, I saw it on the news this morning; it sounded crazy!

I can't believe people would actually go that far to steal a car.

I know, right? It's so risky and dangerous for everyone involved.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Carjack → The word is a combination of "car" (from the Latin *carrus*, meaning a wheeled vehicle) and "jack" (from the slang term meaning to steal or hijack). The term "carjack" refers to the act of stealing a car, often by force or intimidation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'car' as a wheeled vehicle and 'jack' as a slang term for stealing. This helps you remember that 'carjack' means to steal a car.

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