shanghai Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun the largest city of China; located in the east on the Pacific; one of the largest ports in the world
verb take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship
impress.
- The men were shanghaied after being drugged

imperfect & past participle Shanghaied ; present participle & verbal noun Shanghaiing

To intoxicate and ship (a person) as a sailor while in this condition. Written also shanghae. Slang, U.S.