bushranger

English

noun
Definitions
  • (Australia) A convict or outlaw who escapes to the bush to avoid capture; a roving bandit who lives in the bush.
  • (Australia) A person skilled in bushcraft.

Etymology

Compound from English bush + English ranger.

Origin

English

ranger

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