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    Brigand (en. Brigand)

    /briɡɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An individual who commits acts of theft or banditry.
    The brigand was captured by the police.
    Le brigand a été capturé par la police.
    A term often used to designate an outlaw.
    The brigands terrorized the region for years.
    Les brigands terrorisaient la région pendant des années.
    A person who uses questionable methods to get what they want.
    He behaves like a brigand in the business world.
    Il se comporte comme un brigand dans le monde des affaires.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'brigant', meaning 'thief'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    highwayman
    A bandit who attacks travelers on the roads.
    brigand de grand chemin
    to act like a brigand
    To behave in a fraudulent or dishonest manner.
    agir comme un brigand
    a brigand with a tender heart
    A thief who has a certain kindness or humanity.
    un brigand au cœur tendre

    Related Words

    bandit
    A criminal, often armed, who steals.
    bandit
    wrongdoer
    A person who commits illegal acts.
    malfaiteur
    outlaw
    An individual who does not respect the law.
    hors-la-loi

    Slang Meanings

    A disreputable individual.
    This guy is a real brigand in his neighborhood.
    Ce type est un vrai brigand dans son quartier.
    Someone who takes advantage of others in an immoral way.
    In this market, there are many brigands who scam customers.
    Dans ce marché, il y a beaucoup de brigands qui arnaquent les clients.