'Robberies' definitions:

Definition of 'Robberies'

From: GCIDE
  • Robbery \Rob"ber*y\, n.; pl. Robberies. [OF. roberie.]
  • 1. The act or practice of robbing; theft. [1913 Webster]
  • Thieves for their robbery have authority When judges steal themselves. --Shak. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Law) The crime of robbing. See Rob, v. t., 2. [1913 Webster]
  • Note: Robbery, in a strict sense, differs from theft, as it is effected by force or intimidation, whereas theft is committed by stealth, or privately. [1913 Webster]
  • Syn: Theft; depredation; spoliation; despoliation; despoilment; plunder; pillage; rapine; larceny; freebooting; piracy. [1913 Webster]

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