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Meaning of marauder
A marauder is someone who roams about in search of plunder, typically in a time of war or social upheaval.
Etymology of marauder
The word "marauder" comes from the French "marauder", which is derived from the verb "marauder", meaning "to wander" or "to roam"
Historically, the term was used to describe bands of soldiers or armed men who roamed the countryside, pillaging and plundering during times of war or social unrest
Synonyms
Definitions
- A person who goes on a raid or a plundering expedition, especially in a time of war
- A person who roams about in search of plunder or pillage
Usage Examples
- The marauders swept through the village, burning and looting everything in their path
- The band of marauders had been terrorizing the countryside for months, leaving a trail of destruction and death in their wake
- The army was sent to hunt down and capture the marauders who had been raiding villages and towns along the border
Antonyms
protector
defender
guardian
preserver
conservator
saver
rescuer
helper
assistant
benefactor
philanthropist
humanitarian
peacemaker
mediator
arbitrator
pacifier
reconciler
restorer
preserver
saver