marauder

/ˈmærədər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who raids and pillages, especially in a lawless or violent manner

“The village was attacked by a band of marauders who stole all their food and supplies.”

2. verb

to raid or pillage, especially in a lawless or violent manner

“The army marauded through the countryside, destroying everything in their path.”

Synonyms

  • freebooter
  • pillager
  • raider

Antonyms

  • defender
  • protector