Because I have forgotten the English language...

[spark_of_chaos]

Dear flist, I need some help with wording! You know how in the Middle ages peace was sometimes ensured by the sides exchanging valuable people for a time, kin of the king or sometimes even the successor to the throne and such. What is this person called, the one being exchanged? We call it, quite literally, a guarantor for peace, but I can't for

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[blamebrampton]

If they are young, I'd support Cluegirl's suggestion and say they would be a ward who was being fostered. If they are adults and there under sufferance, then hostage ;-) And HELLO! I'm still sad it was Vettel, you know ...