plundering
|plun/der/ing|
B2
/ˈplʌndərɪŋ/
(plunder)
rob violently
Etymology
Etymology Information
'plunder' originates from German, specifically the word 'plündern', where 'plündern' meant 'to rob'.
Historical Evolution
'plündern' changed from the German word 'plunder' and eventually became the modern English word 'plunder'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to rob or loot', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'plunder'.
The pirates were plundering the coastal villages.
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Last updated: 2025/02/06 05:27