Bushranger
noun
A person who lived in the Australian bush and used to steal from people in the 19th century.
In Australian history, Ned Kelly is the most famous bushranger.
Often appears as...
- notorious bushranger
- infamous bushranger
Usage tips
Historical
noun
A person who lived in the Australian bush and used to steal from people in the 19th century.
In Australian history, Ned Kelly is the most famous bushranger.
Often appears as...
- notorious bushranger
- infamous bushranger
Usage tips
Historical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Usage
The term 'bushranger' is often associated with the 1800s and is not used in modern times except in historical contexts.
The exhibit featured weapons used by bushrangers in colonial Australia.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Glorified
'Bushranger' might sound adventurous, but it actually refers to criminals and should not be seen as a term of admiration.
Though some view him as a folk hero, Ned Kelly was a notorious bushranger.
Pro Tip 3/3Outlaw Image
'Bushranger' conveys an image of rugged outlaws, akin to the 'Wild West' bandits in American history.
Bushrangers were much like outlaws, roaming the Australian bush.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Usage
The term 'bushranger' is often associated with the 1800s and is not used in modern times except in historical contexts.
The exhibit featured weapons used by bushrangers in colonial Australia.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Glorified
'Bushranger' might sound adventurous, but it actually refers to criminals and should not be seen as a term of admiration.
Though some view him as a folk hero, Ned Kelly was a notorious bushranger.
Pro Tip 3/3Outlaw Image
'Bushranger' conveys an image of rugged outlaws, akin to the 'Wild West' bandits in American history.
Bushrangers were much like outlaws, roaming the Australian bush.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Usage
The term 'bushranger' is often associated with the 1800s and is not used in modern times except in historical contexts.
The exhibit featured weapons used by bushrangers in colonial Australia.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Glorified
'Bushranger' might sound adventurous, but it actually refers to criminals and should not be seen as a term of admiration.
Though some view him as a folk hero, Ned Kelly was a notorious bushranger.
Pro Tip 3/3Outlaw Image
'Bushranger' conveys an image of rugged outlaws, akin to the 'Wild West' bandits in American history.
Bushrangers were much like outlaws, roaming the Australian bush.
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