noun a strip of land left as a barrier between two properties to prevent disputes over boundaries
In urban planning, a ransom strip can create challenges for city planners when trying to develop or connect different areas of a city due to ownership disputes or access issues.
In real estate, a ransom strip refers to a narrow strip of land that separates two parcels of land, often leading to complications in development or access.
In legal contexts, a ransom strip may refer to a strip of land that one party uses as leverage to negotiate terms or payment from another party.
In the publishing industry, a ransom strip refers to the space on the cover of a book where the price is displayed.
In forensic psychology, a ransom strip may refer to a space left on a document for a kidnapper to provide proof of life of the victim.
In journalism, a ransom strip can refer to a narrow strip of advertising space at the top or bottom of a newspaper or magazine cover.
In graphic design, a ransom strip may refer to a thin strip of color or pattern used to separate or highlight different sections of a design.