Definition

A person or group that roams around in search of things to steal or destroy, often causing trouble or harm.

Example

The village was attacked by a group of marauders who took everything they could find.

Conversation

Did you hear about that group of marauders in the news?

Yeah, it's crazy how they just raided those villages!

I can't believe people would actually do that — what drives a marauder to act like that?

It's usually desperation or greed, but it’s still hard to understand.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Marauder → The word originates from the French word *marauder*, meaning to roam or to plunder. It describes someone who roams about in search of goods to steal or plunder.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone 'roaming' around looking for things to take — that's what a marauder does.

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