mugger
word
Definition
A mugger is a person who attacks and robs someone in a public place, often using force or threats.
Usage & Nuances
"Mugger" specifically refers to someone who robs people face-to-face in public, not to thieves who steal secretly. Common collocations: "street mugger," "caught the mugger." Do not confuse with "burglar" (breaks into homes) or "pickpocket" (steals without being noticed).
Spanish: atracadorPortuguese (BR): assaltante (de rua)Portuguese (PT): assaltante (de rua)Chinese (Simplified): 劫匪 (路上搶劫的人)Chinese (Traditional): 搶劫犯 (路上搶劫的人)Hindi: झपटमारArabic: سارق بالقوة (في الشارع)Bengali: ছিনতাইকারীRussian: грабитель (на улице)Japanese: ひったくり犯Vietnamese: kẻ cướp (trên đường phố)Korean: 강도Turkish: gaspçıUrdu: راہزنIndonesian: perampok
Example Sentences
The mugger stole her purse in the park.
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The police arrested the mugger last night.
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A mugger tried to take my wallet.
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They caught the mugger thanks to the security cameras.
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Be careful—there have been a lot of muggers around lately.
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The mugger threatened him with a knife but ran away when people started shouting.
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