Dakait
duh-KITE
A bandit or robber in India.
Meaning & usage
The term 'Dakait' refers to a bandit or robber, particularly in the context of rural India. Historically, dakaits were known for their organized groups that engaged in robbery and theft, often in rural areas. The word has its roots in the Hindi language, reflecting the socio-economic conditions that gave rise to such criminal activities.
In a sentence
The village was once plagued by a notorious dakait who terrorized the locals.
As seen in crosswords
Dakait is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A bandit or robber in India” (6)
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