maraud Definition
- 1to roam or go around in search of things to steal or people to attack
- 2to raid or plunder a place
Using maraud: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "maraud" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The bandits marauded the village and stole everything they could find.
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The pirates marauded the coast, attacking ships and coastal towns.
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The wolves marauded the countryside, preying on livestock and small animals.
maraud Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with maraud
a large group of people or animals that roam around in search of things to steal or people to attack
Example
The marauding horde of barbarians swept through the countryside, leaving destruction in their wake.
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The marauding band of thieves was finally caught by the police.
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The park rangers warned visitors about the marauding bear that had been spotted in the area.
Origins of maraud
from French 'marauder', meaning 'to raid'
Summary: maraud in Brief
The verb 'maraud' [məˈrɔːd] means to roam or go around in search of things to steal or people to attack. It can also mean to raid or plunder a place. Examples include 'The bandits marauded the village and stole everything they could find.' and 'The wolves marauded the countryside, preying on livestock and small animals.' The phrase 'marauding horde' refers to a large group of people or animals that roam around in search of things to steal or people to attack.
