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holdup man

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun holdup man has 1 sense
  1. holdup man, stickup man - an armed thief
    --1 is a kind of thief, stealer
    --1 has particulars: highjacker, highwayman, hijacker, road agent

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Holdup Man

Definition:

A holdup man, also known as a robber or bandit, is a person, typically armed, who carries out a planned robbery or theft, usually targeting individuals or establishments.

Senses:

  • Sense 1: A person who commits armed robberies on individuals.
  • Sense 2: A person who robs businesses or establishments at gunpoint.
  • Sense 3: Any person involved in a planned armed robbery or theft.

Examples of Usage:

  • As a noun:
    1. Sense 1: The holdup man entered the store, brandishing a gun and demanding cash.
    2. Sense 2: The holdup man made his escape after robbing the bank.
    3. Sense 3: The holdup man was arrested during a planned heist.
  • As a verb:
    1. The gang planned to holdup a jewelry store, but their plan was foiled by the police.
    2. The brave store owner managed to holdup one of the robbers until help arrived.

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