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Marauder

usgb/məˈrɔːdər/Volume
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Negative ConnotationPlay
Marauder has a negative meaning, suggesting harmful intentions, not just stealing. SlideAfter the war, marauders looted the abandoned towns.
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Marauders are often associated with historical raids and invasions, not just modern crime. SlideMarauders from the north pillaged coastal villages in the Middle Ages.
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Marauders typically move around looking for targets, they do not stay in one place. SlideMarauders roamed the countryside, causing havoc wherever they went.