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Word: Plunder
Speech Type: Verb
mid 17th century: from German plündern, literally ‘rob of household goods’, from Middle High German plunder ‘household effects’. Early use of the verb was with reference to the Thirty Years War (reflecting German usage); on the outbreak of the Civil War in 1642, the word and activity were associated with the forces under Prince Rupert
ˈplʌndə
steal goods from (a place or person), typically using force and in a time of war or civil disorder
Short Definition:steal from place or person
Examples:- looters moved into the disaster area to plunder shops
Word: Plunder
Speech Type: Noun
ˈplʌndə
the violent and dishonest acquisition of property
Short Definition:violent acquisition of property
Examples:- the commander refused to maintain his troops through pillage and plunder
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