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Plundering Definition & Meaning

plundering
adjective
  1. given to taking by force what is desired
noun
  1. the act of stealing valuable things from a place; "the plundering of the Parthenon"; "his plundering of the great authors"

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Frequently asked questions

What does plundering mean?
given to taking by force what is desired the act of stealing valuable things from a place; "the plundering of the Parthenon"; "his plundering of the great authors"
What part of speech is plundering?
Plundering is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does plundering have?
Plundering has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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