1. taking someone away illegally or by force
Usage: present participle of abduct
2. moving a body part away from the center of the body
Usage: medical; present participle of abduct

Examples

• The police are investigating reports of someone abducting children from the playground.
• The criminal was caught abducting a wealthy businessman for ransom.
• Security cameras showed the suspect abducting the victim from the parking lot.
• The physical therapist explained that abducting the arm helps strengthen shoulder muscles.
• The exercise involves abducting your leg to the side while lying down.
• Witnesses saw a van abducting the missing person near the bus stop.