noun Uncommon
robbing
Robbing (noun) means the act of committing robbery. Example: “He was arrested for robbing a jewellery store.”
noun
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The act of committing robbery.
"He was arrested for robbing a jewellery store."
How to use robbing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of stealing from someone, typically by force.
Word forms
robbings plural
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What does “robbing” mean?
The word “robbing” means the act of committing robbery. In plain terms, the act of stealing from someone, typically by force.
How do you use “robbing” in a sentence?
Here is “robbing” used in a sentence: “He was arrested for robbing a jewellery store.”
What part of speech is “robbing”?
“Robbing” is a noun.
Is “robbing” a common word?
“Robbing” is an uncommon word in modern English.