sea-robber en · NOUN
Etymology
From sea + robber, continuing earlier phrases from Middle English such as "robbowre on the see", "robbar yn the see", "robber be þe se", etc.
Meanings
- One who robs at sea; a pirate.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| sea-robbers | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| sea robber | alternative | lexicographic |