robber

Word parts

rob + -er

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈrɒ.bə(r)/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈrɑbɚ/

• Audio (UK)

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Noun

Singular robber

Plural robbers

1. (countable) A robber is a person who takes money or property without permission, sometimes using violence. A thief; a person who steals.
   • Synonyms: thief, bandit, burglar and mugger

   The bank robber took all the money from the bank.

Related words

• rob
• robbery