armed robbery

noun

1. a robbery in which the robber is armed with a dangerous weapon.

Word History and Origins

Origin of armed robbery¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

He has served two jail terms, one for armed robbery.

From BBC

Ward was shot and killed in 1998 when he tried to thwart an armed robbery and fired at two suspects, including the shooter, in an underground betting parlor in Harlem.

From Los Angeles Times

Owens was sentenced to death in 1999, two years after killing Graves, after being convicted of murder, armed robbery and criminal conspiracy.

From BBC

“While parading as a social media celebrity, the defendant secretly engaged in a violent crime spree of armed robberies and attempted robberies across seven states,” U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott said Pearsall was walking alone when the assailant confronted him and attempted an armed robbery.

From Los Angeles Times