Extraditable

/ˌɛkstrəˈdaɪtəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Able to be legally handed over by one country or jurisdiction to another for trial or punishment of a crime.

Etymology

From 'extradite' (which comes from Latin 'extra-' + 'tradere' meaning 'to hand over') + '-able' suffix. This legal term emerged in the 19th century with the development of international law.

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An accused person's 'extraditable' status can literally change their life—it determines whether they'll face justice at home or abroad, making this dry legal term actually matter hugely to real people.

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