mugging
word
Definition
A mugging is an attack on someone in a public place, usually to steal money or belongings by using violence or threats.
Usage & Nuances
"Mugging" is usually informal and refers specifically to street robberies involving force or threat. Not used for burglaries (breaking into a home) or pickpocketing (stealing without violence). Common collocation: "victim of a mugging". Verb: "to mug".
Spanish: asalto (callejero) - robo con violenciaPortuguese (BR): assalto (na rua) - roubo com violênciaPortuguese (PT): assalto (de rua) - roubo com violênciaChinese (Simplified): 抢劫（街头）Chinese (Traditional): 搶劫（街頭）Hindi: सड़क पर लूटपाटArabic: سرقة بالإكراه (في الشارع) - اعتداء بغرض السرقةBengali: ছিনতাইRussian: уличное ограблениеJapanese: 強盗Vietnamese: cướp giậtKorean: 길거리 강도Turkish: gaspUrdu: راہ زنیIndonesian: perampokan
Example Sentences
The police are investigating a mugging that happened last night.
basic
He was a victim of mugging on his way home.
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Muggings often happen late at night.
basic
There’s been a rise in muggings around the subway this month.
natural
After the mugging, she felt scared to walk alone at night.
natural
He fought back during the mugging and managed to keep his wallet.
natural