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Bandit vs Burglar - What's the difference?

bandit | burglar |

As nouns the difference between bandit and burglar

is that bandit is one who robs others while burglar is a thief who steals from premises.

bandit

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • one who robs others
  • an outlaw
  • one who cheats others
  • (military) An enemy aircraft.

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    burglar

    English

    (burglary)

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A thief who steals from premises.
    • The burglar made off with a large diamond from the museum.

    Related terms

    * burglarize * burglary * burgle * burglar alarm * cat burglar

    See also

    * robber * thief