Banditry

Pronunciation: /ˈbændətriː/

Banditry (noun)

  1. Violent stealing by criminals who attack people or places, often in groups, to take money or goods.
  2. A period or practice of disorder where armed groups break laws and harm civilians for profit or control.

Examples

  • Banditry happens when thieves attack travelers for money.
  • The town feared banditry on the road at night.