Mugging
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmʌɡɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mugging is a noun meaning A quick violent robbery of a person, usually in a public place.
Meaning
A quick violent robbery of a person, usually in a public place.
More Meanings
- present participle and gerund of mug
Example Sentences
There have been three muggings in this street in the past week.
Word Forms
- muggings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include robbing, aggression, assault, attack, abuse, bruising.
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