Definition of "bandit" in English

noun

1. One who robs others in a lawless area, especially as part of a group.

2. An outlaw.

3. One who cheats others.

4. (military, aviation) An aircraft identified as an enemy, but distinct from "hostile" or "threat" in that it is not immediately to be engaged.

5. (sports, slang) A runner who covertly joins a race without having registered as a participant.

6. (UK, slang, derogatory, dated) Synonym of arse bandit.

verb

1. (ambitransitive) To rob, or steal from, in the manner of a bandit.