Banditry: meaning, definitions and examples

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banditry

 

[ หˆbรฆndษชtri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

criminal activity

Banditry refers to the practice of engaging in robbery, often committed by outlaws or groups that operate outside the law. It typically involves stealing from individuals, businesses, or travelers, often using violence or intimidation. Historically, banditry was prevalent in areas with limited law enforcement.

Synonyms

piracy, plunder, robbery, thievery

Examples of usage

  • The region was plagued by banditry, making travel dangerous.
  • Authorities set up patrols to combat banditry in the countryside.
  • They live in fear of banditry in the mountains.
  • The novel depicted a world caught up in banditry and deception.

Translations

Translations of the word "banditry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bandidagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเค•เฅˆเคคเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Banditentum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perampokan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐะฝะดะธั‚ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bandytyzm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็›—่ณŠ่กŒ็‚บ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท banditisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bandidismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท banditlik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ•๋„ํ–‰์œ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุณุทูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ banditismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ banditizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅœŸๅŒช่กŒไธบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ banditizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ banditismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะฝะดะธั‚ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒ“แƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ banditizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bandidismo

Word origin

The term 'banditry' originates from the word 'bandit', which comes from the Italian 'bandito', meaning 'banished' or 'outlawed'. This Italian term is derived from the verb 'bandire', which means 'to banish'. The concept of banditry has existed throughout history, often associated with groups or individuals who would band together to commit acts of robbery and violence, particularly in rural or unsettled areas. In medieval times, bandits were often seen as noble brigands, while in modern contexts, the term carries a more negative connotation, associated with criminal activity that undermines law and order. Banditry has evolved over the years, adapting to changes in society and law enforcement, but the core concept of organized theft remains a prevalent issue in various parts of the world.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,052 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.