In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined:

The culprit will surrender their loot to the Customs officials

  • A give away
  • B give out
  • C give in
  • D give up
jamb 1986english-language

The correct answer is D. give up

The phrase "surrender their loot" means to give up or hand over something, usually to an authority figure. In this context, the culprits are giving up their loot to the Customs officials. 

The option that is closest in meaning to the underlined phrase is give up. 

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