WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from the Web

Lathicharge

Definition:

Lathicharge refers to the act of police officers or security forces using lathi (a heavy stick) to disperse a crowd or control a violent situation.

Examples:

Noun - Popular Sense:

The police resorted to a lathicharge to contain the protesters.

Noun - Local Sense:

The lathicharge by the security personnel left several people injured during the festival.

Verb - Popular Sense:

The authorities decided to lathicharge the unruly crowd to maintain order.

Verb - Local Sense:

It is unfortunate that the police always lathicharge the innocent locals without understanding the situation.

Related Products:

• Lathi
• Riot Control Gear
• Anti-Riot Shield