banditry
nounUK /ˈbændɪtri/
US /ˈbændɪtri/
The act of robbing people, usually by a group of thieves.
The small town hired extra guards to protect travelers from banditry.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The practice of living as an outlaw in a gang.
He was accused of banditry after joining the gang of thieves.
3. Unlawful violence or theft carried out by armed groups.
The region suffered from banditry along the mountain roads.
4. The behavior or activities typical of bandits.
The sheriff worked hard to stop banditry in the county.