Extradition Meaning
/ˌɛkstrəˈdɪʃən/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA formal process by which a criminal suspect held by one government or jurisdiction is handed over to another government or jurisdiction for trial or, if the suspect has already been tried and found guilty, to serve his or her sentence.
Sentence Examples
The United States is seeking extradition of Julian Assange.
An extradition clause was also included in the treaty.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The country refused ____ of the spy due to political tensions.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The two countries signed an ____ treaty to ensure that criminals cannot escape justice.
Word Origin & History
From French extradition, itself from Latin ex- + traditio.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The country refused ____ of the spy due to political tensions.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The two countries signed an ____ treaty to ensure that criminals cannot escape justice.