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dacoity

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Dacoity (noun) means Violent robbery committed by a dacoit, or by a band of dacoits.

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Violent robbery committed by a dacoit, or by a band of dacoits.

"'He came here open-minded to commit a dacoity. Yes, to cut, rob, kill, and carry off what he desired.'" — Rudyard Kipling (1901)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from dacoit and -y.

Synonyms

dakoity

Rhymes for dacoity

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What is the meaning of dacoity?

"dacoity" (noun) means violent robbery committed by a dacoit, or by a band of dacoits.

What is another word for dacoity?

Other words for "dacoity" include dakoity.

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