Prowler and Thug

Prowler

Prowler noun - Someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions.
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Thug and prowler are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Thug" instead a noun "Prowler".

Nearby Words: prowl, prowled, prowling

Thug

Thug noun - A violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang.
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Prowler and thug are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Prowler" instead a noun "Thug".

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  • In Spider-Man: The Animated Series, the Prowler was a minor street thug whose lawyer got his case thrown out since Spider Man apprehended him but wasn't present to testify as to his guilt.
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