Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bandito

noun
/bænˈdiːtoʊ/
Definition
A bandito is a bandit or outlaw, especially one in the context of the Wild West or in Italian-speaking regions.
Examples
  • The bandito rode into town, causing panic among the townsfolk.
  • In the old movies, the bandito was always the main antagonist.
  • Legends of the bandito have been romanticized in many cultures.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe a criminal or a person who engages in piracy or robbery.
Synonyms
  • Outlaw
  • Robber
  • Criminal
  • Bandit
  • Pirate