Definition

A term used to describe a type of robbery or theft, typically involving a group of armed individuals.

Example

The police are investigating a case of dakoity that occurred last night in the city.

Conversation

Did you hear about the recent dacoity in the city?

Yeah, it's really concerning how common they are becoming.

I know, right? It makes me feel unsafe walking home at night.

We should definitely stay alert and maybe consider taking a different route.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dacoity originates from the Hindi word 'daku' (meaning bandit or robber) combined with the suffix '-ity' (meaning the state or condition of). The term refers to the state or condition of being involved in banditry or robbery, particularly in the context of organized crime in India.

Memory Tip

Think of 'daku' meaning bandit, and remember that 'dacoity' refers to the state of being involved in banditry.

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