Mugger

Pronunciation: /ˈmʌɡər/

Mugger (noun)

  1. a person who attacks someone to steal their money or belongings
  2. a type of crocodile found in South Asia, known for its broad snout

Examples

  • The mugger ran away after taking the wallet.
  • A mugger might target people in quiet areas.

Common collocations: catch a mugger, mugger attack, avoid muggers, mugger habitat, mugger crocodile

Synonyms of Mugger

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Mugger

  • referring to the person attacked