Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
riever
noun
/ˈriːvər/
Definition
A riever is a person who raids or plunders, especially in a historical context referring to individuals from Scotland or Northern England.
Examples
- The rievers were known for their daring raids across the border regions.
- During the 16th century, many rievers operated under the cover of darkness to avoid capture.
- Families of rievers would often form alliances to protect their lands from rivals.
Meaning
The term generally refers to those who engaged in stealing livestock or goods from neighboring territories, often described in the context of the Scottish borders during the border conflicts.
Synonyms
- raider
- plunderer
- thief
- bandit
