Synonyms for

Abductors

Verb / æˈbdʌktɜ:z / / ʌˈbdʌktɜ:z / Another word for abductors — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Abductors are muscles in the body that pull a limb or body part away from the midline of the body.

Synonyms & similar words

abductormuscle snatcher kidnapper abductor kidnaper kidnappers criminals captors abducters snatchers takers nappers grabbers thieves perpetrators offenders culprits wrongdoers miscreants malefactors felons lawbreakers delinquents outlaws villains

Example sentences

  1. The abductor muscles in your hips help you move your legs out to the side.
  2. The police are looking for the abductors who kidnapped the little girl.
  3. The abductors threatened to harm the victim if their demands were not met.
  4. The athlete did some stretches to warm up her abductor muscles.
  5. The abductor muscles are important for many sports, such as soccer and basketball.

Quotes

  • "I was a victim of a stereotype. There were only two of us black kids in the whole school district, and I was the only one in my grade. I was the abductor." - Brian Banks
  • "I was really surprised that so many people in England had heard of me. I felt really at home there and I still do. But I was a bit nervous going back into the studio after the so-called break. I was wondering if it would be all right, but it was great." - Suzi Quatro
  • "The coach told me I had to perform my best in the 100m if I wanted to get a good lane draw for the 200m. I did that and it meant I was in the second-fastest heat, which I won. The final was a repeat of the semi, so I knew I could do it." - Michael Johnson

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