robbery robbery /ˈrɑːbɝi/

noun

1. () Larceny by threat of violence  ( robbery )
   larceny by threat of violence
     The masked thief committed a daring robbery at the bank.
   The masked thief committed a daring robbery at the bank.
   
   
2. Plundering during riots or in wartime  ( looting , robbery )
   plundering during riots or in wartime