‘拐骗’ is a compound verb meaning 'to abduct by deception' — typically referring to the illegal act of taking someone, especially a child or vulnerable person, away through lies, trickery, or false promises. The first character 拐 (guǎi) means 'to kidnap' or 'to take away by force or stealth', while 骗 (piàn) means 'to deceive' or 'to defraud'. Together, they emphasize that the abduction is accomplished not by brute force alone, but by manipulation and deceit — for example, luring a child with candy or pretending to be a relative.

This term carries strong legal and moral weight in Chinese society and appears frequently in news reports, public safety campaigns, and criminal law contexts. It is not used for minor deceptions or playful tricks; rather, it denotes serious, unlawful acts with harmful intent. The word often appears in official warnings, police announcements, and educational materials about personal safety and child protection.