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brigand

Syllabification: (brig·and)

Pronunciation: /ˈbrigənd/

Definition of brigand

noun

literary

a member of a gang that ambushes and robs people in forests and mountains.

Derivatives

brigandage
brigandry

Origin:

late Middle English (also denoting an irregular foot soldier): from Old French, from Italian brigante, literally '(person) contending', from brigare 'contend' (see brigade)