looting
|loot/ing|
B2
/ˈluːtɪŋ/
(loot)
steal by force
Etymology
Etymology Information
'loot' originates from Hindi, specifically the word 'lūṭ', where 'lūṭ' meant 'to plunder'.
Historical Evolution
'lūṭ' changed from the Hindi word 'lūṭ' and eventually became the modern English word 'loot'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to plunder', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to steal goods, typically during a war or riot'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of stealing goods, typically during a war or riot.
The looting of the store occurred during the chaos.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'loot', meaning to steal goods, typically during a war or riot.
They were looting the abandoned buildings.
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Last updated: 2025/02/06 05:48