EXTORTION


Meaning of EXTORTION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ɪkstɔ:(r)ʃ(ə)n ]

Extortion is the crime of obtaining something from someone, especially money, by using force or threats.

He has been charged with extortion and abusing his powers.

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