Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bandolero
noun
/ˌbændəˈlɛroʊ/
Definition
A bandolero is often associated with a bandit or outlaw, particularly in Spanish-speaking regions, who roams the countryside, typically armed and engaged in criminal activities such as robbery.
Examples
- The film featured a notorious bandolero who led a band of thieves.
- In the story, the bandolero roamed the hills, evading capture from the local authorities.
Meaning
The term ‘bandolero’ evokes images of a rugged criminal, often romanticized in folklore, who lives outside the law and is involved in theft or other illicit actions.
Synonyms
- bandit
- outlaw
- thief
