Meaning of the word extradition in English

What does extradition mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

extradition

US /ˌek.strəˈdɪʃ.ən/
UK /ˌek.strəˈdɪʃ.ən/

Noun

the action of handing over a person accused or convicted of a crime to the jurisdiction of the foreign state in which the crime was committed

Example:
The government approved the extradition of the suspect to face trial abroad.
The treaty on extradition between the two countries was signed last year.
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