stickups
nounUK /ˈstɪkʌps/
US /ˈstɪkʌps/
Stickups are times when someone uses a weapon to make people give them money or things.
The bank closed early after two stickups in one week.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Things that stick up or point upward.
The stickups on the cactus are sharp little spines.
3. People who stick up for others or support them.
The stickups for the new park gathered signatures all weekend.
4. Small signs or notices stuck up on a wall or board.
The stickups on the bulletin board announced the school play.