verb
- takes money or property from someone illegally, often by force or threat
- deprives someone of something they deserve or need
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘rob’
Usage: figurative use
Examples
- The thief robs banks for a living.
- She robs convenience stores late at night.
- The disease robs patients of their memory.
- Working overtime robs him of time with his family.
- The scandal robs the team of its reputation.
- Poor lighting robs the painting of its beauty.