bandit

/ˈbændɪt/
noun
  1. A robber or outlaw who steals from people, often as part of a group and sometimes using violence.
    • The bandit held up the stagecoach and took all the gold.
    • The old western movie featured a famous bandit who robbed trains.
    • A group of bandits attacked the village and stole food and supplies.
  2. A person who acts outside the law or rules, especially in a dishonest or unfair way.
    • In the world of online gaming, a bandit might cheat to steal other players' items.
    • The politician was called a bandit for taking bribes from lobbyists.
    • The corporate bandit embezzled millions from the company before being caught.
  3. A slang term for a person who is very good at something, often used playfully or admiringly.
    • That chef is a bandit in the kitchen; every dish is amazing.
    • He's a bandit on the basketball court, scoring from everywhere.
    • My grandmother is a bandit at card games—she always wins.
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