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Meaning of rob

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rob

Pronunciation:/ɹɒb//ɹɑb/

verb

Definitions

  1. To steal from, especially using force or violence.

    Example: He robbed three banks before he was caught.

  2. To deprive of, or withhold from, unjustly or injuriously; to defraud.

    Example: The best way to rob a bank is to own one.

  3. (used with "of") To deprive (of).

    Example: Working all day robs me of any energy to go out in the evening.

  4. To burgle.

rob

Pronunciation:/ɹɒb//ɹɑb/

noun

Definitions

  1. The inspissated juice of ripe fruit, obtained by evaporation of the juice over a fire until it reaches a syrupy consistency. It is sometimes mixed with honey or sugar.