bushranger

/ˈbʌʃˌræŋər/

Definitions

1. noun

an outlaw in the Australian wilderness, typically one who robs banks or stages hold-ups, often with the support of the local population

“The bushrangers had been terrorizing the small town for months, and the authorities were determined to bring them to justice.”

2. noun

a person who lives or roams in the wild or remote areas, often outside the law

“The bushranger had been living in the outback for years, surviving off the land and avoiding detection.”

Synonyms

  • bandit
  • highwayman
  • outlaw

Antonyms

  • citizen
  • lawman