Cerca
to despoil
01
depredare, saccheggiare
to take valuables by force, often resulting in destruction or damage
Example
The invading army sought to despoil the conquered city, pillaging its treasures and leaving it in ruins.
Pirates were known to despoil coastal villages, seizing goods and valuables from the unsuspecting residents.
The treasure hunters were determined to despoil the buried tomb, excavating its contents without regard for archaeological preservation.
02
depredare, spogliare
destroy and strip of its possession
word family
spoil
Verb
despoil
Verb
despoilment
Noun
