Definitions

1. noun

the act of taking or attempting to take property, especially money or valuables, from a person or place by force, threat, or deception.

“The police investigated the robbery at the convenience store.”

2. noun

a crime in which something, especially money or goods, is stolen from a person or place.

“The newspaper reported on the wave of robberies in the city’s downtown area.”

3. noun

the act of stealing something, especially money or valuables, from a person or place.

“The suspect was accused of robbery and was arrested by the police.”

4. noun

a place where robbery is common or frequent.

“The neighborhood is notorious for its high rate of robbery and crime.”

5. verb

to take or try to take something, especially money or valuables, from a person or place by force, threat, or deception.

“She robbed the bank during lunchtime, wearing a disguise to avoid detection.”

6. verb

to steal something, especially money or valuables, from a person or place.

“He robbed the store of its valuable electronics and jewelry.”

7. verb

to remove or take something, especially money or valuables, from a person or place, often by force or deception.

“The thieves robbed the museum of its priceless artifacts.”