mugging

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A violent street robbery: "mugging" refers specifically to the criminal act of attacking and robbing someone in a public place, typically using the threat or application of force.
Usage
  • The word "mugging" is used as a countable noun to describe an instance of this crime.
  • It is commonly used in news reports, police statements, and everyday conversation about urban crime.
  • Example:
Examples
  • Noun:
    • There has been a sharp increase in muggings in the city center.
    • She was a victim of a brutal mugging on her way home.
    • Witnesses described the mugging to the arriving officers.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be mugging-prone" (informal adjective phrase): describing an area where muggings frequently occur.
    • Tourists are advised to avoid the mugging-prone alleyways after dark.
Variants and Related Words
  • Mug (verb): to attack and rob someone in a public place.
    • He was mugged for his wallet.
  • Mugger (noun): a person who commits a mugging.
    • The mugger fled the scene on foot.
Synonyms
  • Street robbery: a robbery that takes place in a public area.
  • Hold-up: (informal) an instance of armed robbery.
Related Phrases
  • To have/get mugged: to be the victim of a mugging.
    • If you carry expensive items openly, you risk getting mugged.
Noun
  1. assault with intent to rob

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