Brigand: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ดโโ ๏ธ
brigand
[ หbrษชษกษnt ]
criminal activity
A brigand is a member of a gang that ambushes and robs people in forests or mountains. Historically, brigands have been associated with rural areas where they could hide easily after committing crimes. They often operated in groups and were notorious for their violent methods. The term conjures images of outlaws and bandits that disrupt societal norms and rob travelers. They have often been romanticized in folklore but were generally regarded as dangerous criminals.
Synonyms
bandit, outlaw, raider, robber
Examples of usage
- The brigands attacked the merchant's caravan at dawn.
- Local lore warned travelers to avoid the brigands in the mountains.
- The tale of the brigand became legendary in the nearby village.
- Authorities struggled to contain the activities of the brigands.
Translations
Translations of the word "brigand" in other languages:
๐ต๐น bandido
๐ฎ๐ณ เคกเคพเคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Bandit
๐ฎ๐ฉ perampok
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะฐะฝะดะธั
๐ต๐ฑ bandyta
๐ฏ๐ต ็่ณ
๐ซ๐ท brigand
๐ช๐ธ bandidos
๐น๐ท haydut
๐ฐ๐ท ๋์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุต
๐จ๐ฟ bandita
๐ธ๐ฐ bandita
๐จ๐ณ ๅผบ็
๐ธ๐ฎ bandit
๐ฎ๐ธ rรฆningji
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะฐะฝะดะธั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ quldur
๐ฒ๐ฝ bandido
Etymology
The word 'brigand' comes from the Italian word 'brigante,' which itself is derived from 'briga,' meaning 'strife' or 'quarrel.' The term entered the English language in the 16th century, during a period when banditry was common in various regions of Europe, particularly in the countryside. Brigands were often seen as social outcasts who lived outside the law and engaged in criminal activities, leading to a significant number of legends and stories surrounding them. Over time, the term evolved to describe not just those operating in rural areas, but any criminals who engaged in robbery, particularly in groups. The fascination with brigands has persisted in literature and folklore, often portraying them as anti-heroes or noble thieves who steal from the rich to give to the poor.