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Meaning of the word plunder in English

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plunder

US /ˈplʌn.dɚ/
UK /ˈplʌn.dɚ/
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Verb

1.

steal goods from (a place or person), typically using force and in a time of war or civil disorder

Example:
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The invaders began to plunder the city.
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The pirates would plunder ships for their valuable cargo.
Synonym:
lootpillagesackransackrob

Noun

1.

the violent and dishonest acquisition of property

Example:
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The city suffered from widespread plunder after the invasion.
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The museum recovered many artifacts from the act of plunder.
Synonym:
lootbootyspoilspillagerobbery
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