# extradite

/ˈɛkstɹəˌdaɪt/ (US) · /ˈɛkstɹədˌaɪt/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/extradite
Updated: 2026-10-19

## Definition

to send a person who is accused of a crime to another country so they can face trial or punishment there.

For teachers: to formally transfer a person accused or convicted of a crime to another jurisdiction for trial or punishment, typically under treaty or legal agreement.

## Examples

- The two countries agree to extradite criminal suspects.
- After his arrest abroad, the court approved the request to extradite him for trial.
- Despite lengthy appeals citing human rights concerns, the court upheld the order to extradite the former minister to face corruption charges.

## Usage notes

- The verb is transitive and takes a direct object, often followed by 'to' for the receiving jurisdiction.

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