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raider

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Raider (noun) means a person or group that carries out a raid. Example: “The raiders made off with several valuable paintings.”

noun

1

A person or group that carries out a raid.

"The raiders made off with several valuable paintings."

2

An investor who buys up a large stake in a company in an attempt to take it over against the wishes of its management.

"The board fought off a corporate raider's hostile bid."

How to use raider

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who carries out a raid — either a literal attacker, or, in finance, an investor trying to seize control of a company.

Common pairings

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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”.

Word forms

Plural: raiders

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Etymology

Formed from "raid" plus the agent-noun suffix "-er."

Synonyms

spoiler pillager despoiler looter plunderer corsair freebooter pirate

Related words

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Rhymes for raider

eider cider rider spider glider slider Haider insider consider outsider provider collider

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Frequently asked questions

What does “raider” mean?

The word “raider” means a person or group that carries out a raid. In plain terms, someone who carries out a raid — either a literal attacker, or, in finance, an investor trying to seize control of a company.

How do you pronounce “raider”?

“Raider” is pronounced RAYD (/ˈɹeɪdɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “raider” in a sentence?

Here is “raider” used in a sentence: “The raiders made off with several valuable paintings.”

What is another word for “raider”?

Words with a similar meaning to “raider” include corsair, freebooter and pirate.

What part of speech is “raider”?

“Raider” is a noun.

Is “raider” a common word?

“Raider” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “raider” have?

“Raider” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or group that carries out a raid.

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