Loot Definition & Meaning

loot
noun
  1. goods or money obtained illegally
  2. informal terms for money
verb
  1. take illegally; of intellectual property; "This writer plundered from famous authors"
  2. steal goods; take as spoils; "During the earthquake people looted the stores that were deserted by their owners"

"Loot" in song lyrics

See how loot is used in real songs:

  • "Straight act a fool, got you making me loot"
    40 Glocc f/ Suga Free, Mr. Shadow — Leave Me Alone (Little Bitty Box)
  • "I seen hella money and loot"
    51.50 — Steady Stayin' Paid #2
  • "cos they think I got the loot"
    69 Boyz f/ K-Knock — Five O, Five O (Here They Come)

Usage tips for "loot"

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