Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pillaging

verb

/ˈpɪlɪdʒɪŋ/

Definition

The act of robbing or looting, especially during a time of war or conflict.

Examples

The soldiers went through the village, pillaging everything in sight.
During the invasion, the army was accused of pillaging local farms.
Many historical accounts describe the pillaging of cities during the Middle Ages.

Meaning

Pillaging refers to the act of stealing goods or valuables, typically through violent means. It often occurs in a chaotic environment where law and order have broken down.