Highwayman

usgb/ˈhaɪweɪmən/
noun

A man who used to steal from travelers on a road long time ago.

In the past, highwaymen were a big threat to people traveling on deserted roads.
Visual representation of "highwayman" - A man who used to steal from travelers on a road long time ago

Often appears as...

  • stand and deliver highwayman
  • notorious highwayman

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Historical

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Historical Crime

The term 'highwayman' refers to historic criminals, not modern ones.

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Museums often have exhibits about the infamous deeds of highwaymen.
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Archaic Use

'Highwayman' is no longer in everyday use, so it appears mostly in historical contexts.

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The novel set in the 18th century detailed the exploits of a cunning highwayman.
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Romanticized Image

Sometimes 'highwayman' is depicted with a romantic, rebellious image in stories and songs.

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The ballad romantically portrayed the highwayman as a rogue hero.
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