noun
Uncommon
robber
ROB-uh
Robber (noun) means a person who steals from someone, typically using force or the threat of force. Example: “The bank robber was caught two blocks from the scene.”
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A person who steals from someone, typically using force or the threat of force.
"The bank robber was caught two blocks from the scene."
How to use robber
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who commits robbery.
Common pairings
bank robber
armed robber
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Word forms
- Plural
- robbers
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Etymology
From Old French robeor, built on "rob" plus the agent suffix "-er."
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What does “robber” mean?
The word “robber” means a person who steals from someone, typically using force or the threat of force. In plain terms, someone who commits robbery.
How do you pronounce “robber”?
“Robber” is pronounced ROB-uh (/ˈɹɑ.bɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “robber” in a sentence?
Here is “robber” used in a sentence: “The bank robber was caught two blocks from the scene.”
What part of speech is “robber”?
“Robber” is a noun.
Where does the word “robber” come from?
The word “robber” comes from Old French. From Old French robeor, built on "rob" plus the agent suffix "-er.".
Is “robber” a common word?
“Robber” is an uncommon word in modern English.
