highwayman
(formerly) a holdup man, especially one on horseback, who robbed travelers along a public road.
Origin of highwayman
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How to use highwayman in a sentence
Thank you for your caution, my good host,” replied Edward; “I thought that they were highwaymen, or something of that sort.
The Children of the New Forest | Captain MarryatBefore he was well clear of the town the highwaymen cantered past him on three well-bred active horses.
The Children of the New Forest | Captain MarryatThe reason for this was soon evident, as immediately after him appeared the three highwaymen in pursuit.
The Children of the New Forest | Captain MarryatBoth, though bold and extraordinary men, were merely highwaymen.
Lavengro | George BorrowMost of these fellows are the colonial version of the highwaymen, at home.
A Final Reckoning | G. A. Henty
British Dictionary definitions for highwayman
/ (ˈhaɪˌweɪmən) /
(formerly) a robber, usually on horseback, who held up travellers
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