1. the practice of living as an outlaw in the Australian bush, especially robbing travelers and settlements
Usage: historical; Australian

Examples

• Bushranging was common in colonial Australia during the 19th century.
• Ned Kelly became famous for his involvement in bushranging activities.
• The government offered rewards for information leading to the capture of those engaged in bushranging.
• Many stories and legends grew around the era of bushranging in Australian history.
• Bushranging declined as law enforcement improved in remote areas.
• The romanticized image of bushranging often overshadows its criminal nature.