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- [brig-uh nd]
- /ˈbrɪg ənd/
- /ˈbrɪɡ.ənd/
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- [brig-uh nd]
- /ˈbrɪg ənd/
Definitions of brigands word
- noun brigands a bandit, especially one of a band of robbers in mountain or forest regions. 1
- noun brigands plural of brigand. 0
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Origin of brigands
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 Brigands
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brigands 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.
According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
brigands usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for brigands
noun brigands
- bandits — Plural form of bandit.
- footpads — Plural form of footpad.
- gunpersons — Plural form of gunperson.
- gunslingers — Plural form of gunslinger.
- highwaymen — Plural form of highwayman.
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