Definition

A person who has been attacked and robbed in a public place.

Example

After the incident, he felt scared to walk alone at night, as he had become a muggee.

Conversation

Did you hear about the guy who got mugged last night?

Yeah, I heard he became a real muggee in that situation.

It's terrible how common it is these days.

I know! We have to be more careful when we're out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Hindi 'muggi', meaning a type of cup or vessel. The term 'muggee' refers specifically to a type of cup used for drinking.

Memory Tip

Think of the Hindi word 'muggi' for a cup, which helps you remember that 'muggee' refers to a type of drinking vessel.

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