Word Noun
mugging
n.
countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈməɡɪŋ/ UK /mˈʌɡɪŋ/ mug·ging UK spelling muggings
Definition
n.a crime where someone steals your money or belongings by using force or threatening you. It usually happens in a public place and involves a person or group.
n.a violent crime involving the theft of property from a person through the use of force or the threat of force. Often used in the context of street crime or public safety.
Examples
“The police are looking for the man involved in the mugging.”
“After the mugging in the park, the victim reported that the attacker had a knife and demanded his wallet.”
“Urban planners often implement better lighting and surveillance to reduce the incidence of mugging in high-traffic areas where visibility is naturally low.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
Updated