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    Brigands (en. Brigands)

    /briɡɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Members of a gang of criminals often engaged in theft or violence.
    The brigands attacked the convoy.
    Les brigands ont attaqué le convoi.
    Individuals who live on the fringes of the law and commit acts of banditry.
    He was captured by the police after being identified as a brigand.
    Il a été capturé par les policiers après avoir été identifié comme un brigand.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'brigand', probably derived from a Germanic root.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    In the manner of brigands
    In a wild or aggressive manner.
    À la manière des brigands
    The king's brigands
    A reference to outlaws acting under the cover of authority.
    Les brigands du roi

    Related Words

    bandit
    Member of a gang of criminals.
    bandit
    thief
    Person who steals.
    voleur
    wrongdoer
    Individual who commits offenses.
    malfaiteur

    Slang Meanings

    A guy who does not respect the law.
    Be careful of him, he's a real brigand.
    Fais attention à lui, c'est un vrai brigand.
    A cunning or sly individual.
    With the way he talks, he's a brigand at heart.
    Avec sa façon de parler, c'est un brigand dans l'âme.