1. the acts of taking someone away illegally or by force
Usage: plural of abduction
2. the movements of body parts away from the center line of the body
Usage: medical; anatomy

Examples

• The police investigated several abductions in the area.
• Child abductions are taken very seriously by law enforcement.
• The movie featured alien abductions as its main plot.
• Physical therapy includes exercises involving abductions of the arms.
• Hip abductions help strengthen the outer thigh muscles.
• The detective solved three abductions in one month.
• Shoulder abductions are important for swimmers.