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raider.

One who engages in a raid; a plunderer.

6 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɹeɪdɚ/General-American
  1. One who engages in a raid; a plunderer.

  2. A person who takes or attempts to take control of a firm against the will of current management by purchasing a controlling interest of stock and acquiring proxies.

  3. A special forces operative; a commando.

  4. A warship which is light, maneuverable, and fast-moving.

  5. A warplane on an air raid.

  6. A law enforcement official who conducts a raid on a building in search for illicit goods.

  7. A person who uncovers evidence of improper behavior within governmental or private organizations.

    informal
Where this word comes from

From raid + -er.

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