Kidnapper and Mugger

Kidnapper

Kidnapper noun - Someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom).
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Mugger and kidnapper are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Mugger" instead a noun "Kidnapper".

Nearby Words: kidnap, kidnapped, kidnapping

Mugger

Mugger noun - A robber who takes property by threatening or performing violence on the person who is robbed (usually on the street).
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Kidnapper and mugger are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Kidnapper" instead a noun "Mugger".

Nearby Words: mugged, muggy, mugging
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