1. a person who kidnaps someone
2. a muscle that moves a body part away from the center of the body
Usage: anatomy

Examples

• The police are searching for the child’s abductor.
• The abductor demanded a ransom for the businessman’s release.
• Witnesses saw the abductor flee in a blue sedan.
• The hip abductor muscles help stabilize the pelvis during walking.
• Physical therapy focused on strengthening her abductor muscles after the injury.
• The abductor pollicis longus muscle moves the thumb away from the hand.