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- [brig-uh nd]
- /ˈbrɪg ənd/
- /ˈbrɪɡ.ənd/
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- [brig-uh nd]
- /ˈbrɪg ənd/
Definitions of brigand word
- countable noun brigand A brigand is someone who attacks people and robs them, especially in mountains or forests. 3
- noun brigand a bandit or plunderer, esp a member of a gang operating in mountainous areas 3
- noun brigand a bandit, usually one of a roving band 3
- noun brigand a bandit, especially one of a band of robbers in mountain or forest regions. 1
- noun brigand outlaw, robber 1
- noun brigand An outlaw or bandit. 0
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Origin of brigand
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; variant of Middle English briga(u)nt < Middle French brigand < Old Italian brigante companion, member of an armed company, equivalent to brig(are) to treat, deal (with), make war (derivative of briga trouble, strife; of uncertain origin) + -ante -ant
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Parts of speech for Brigand
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brigand popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
brigand usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for brigand
noun brigand
- outlaw — a lawless person or habitual criminal, especially one who is a fugitive from the law.
- desperado — A desperado is someone who does illegal, violent things without worrying about the danger.
- thief — a person who steals, especially secretly or without open force; one guilty of theft or larceny.
- highwayman — (formerly) a holdup man, especially one on horseback, who robbed travelers along a public road.
- bandit — Robbers are sometimes called bandits, especially if they are found in areas where the law has broken down.
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