Mugging

Pronunciation: /ˈmʌɡɪŋ/

Mugging (noun)

  1. An attack in a public place where someone threatens or hurts you to take your money or phone.
  2. A type of robbery involving direct threat or physical violence against a person.

Examples

  • The mugging happened near the station at night.
  • A mugging can happen quickly when people walk alone.