extradite
UK: ˈek.strə.daɪt | US: ˈek.strə.daɪt
vt. To formally surrender an accused or convicted person to another jurisdiction (typically another country) for trial or punishment.
extradite = extra<beyond> + dite<give>
- extra<beyond>: From Latin extra (outside, beyond), indicating movement across boundaries.
- dite<give>: From Latin dare (to give), reflecting the legal act of handing over a person.
Etymology Origin:
The term emerged in the 19th century from French extradition, combining Latin extra (beyond) and dition (a handing over, from dare). It encapsulates the legal concept of transferring individuals beyond territorial limits, rooted in international law principles.
The suspect was extradited to the US to face murder charges.
The treaty ensures neither country can refuse to extradite criminals.
Lawyers argued against extraditing the activist due to human rights concerns.
The process to extradite him took over two years.
Nations often collaborate to extradite fugitives fleeing justice.