Highwayman
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhaɪˌweɪmən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Highwayman is a noun meaning (historical) A person, usually mounted on horseback, who robbed travelers on public roads.
Meaning
(historical) A person, usually mounted on horseback, who robbed travelers on public roads.
Example Sentences
I was a highwayman / Across the coach roads I did ride / With sword and pistol by my side.
And the highwayman came riding— / Riding—riding— / The highwayman came riding, up to the old inn-door.
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Word Forms
- highwaymen
Synonyms for highwayman
Depending on context, synonyms include highwaywoman, scampsman, hijacker, highjacker.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hijacker, highjacker, highwaywoman, hijack, rampsman, scampsman.
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