extradition
noun [ C or U ] uk/ˌek.strəˈdɪʃ.ən/ us/ˌek.strəˈdɪʃ.ən/
引渡
the act of making someone return for trial to another country or state where they have been accused of doing something illegal
They have applied for his extradition to Ireland. 他们已经申请将他引渡到爱尔兰。
His lawyers say he plans to fight extradition. 他的律师说，他计划对抗引渡。
an extradition treaty 引渡条约
See: extradite
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- His attorneys are fighting extradition to Texas.
- He was arrested in Italy in June and awaits extradition.
- The extradition proceeding has been put on hold.