Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

raiding-party

noun
/ˈreɪdɪŋ ˈpɑːrti/
Definition
A group of people who engage in a raid, typically for the purpose of stealing or attacking.
Examples
  • The raiding-party quickly infiltrated the enemy camp under the cover of darkness.
  • After weeks of planning, the raiding-party set out to capture supplies from the nearby village.
  • The raiding-party was met with fierce resistance from the local militia.
Meaning
A raiding-party is often associated with military or criminal activities where the group strikes a location unexpectedly, usually to achieve a quick objective such as looting or capturing prisoners.
Synonyms
  • assault team
  • strike force
  • expedition
  • plundering group