Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
razzia
Noun
/ræˈziːə/
Definition
A sudden raid or attack, typically involving the seizure of goods and livestock.
Examples
- The raiders conducted a razzia, catching the villagers off guard.
- During the 19th century, there were numerous razzias along the trade routes in North Africa.
- The pirate crew executed a razzia on the unsuspecting coastal towns.
Meaning
The term ‘razzia’ is often used to describe a large-scale, aggressive operation where a group launches an attack to loot or capture property, particularly in a military or criminal context.
Synonyms
- raid
- attack
- incursion
- assault
