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डकूरा

noun

डकूरा meaning in English

A bandit or robber, specifically one who operates in rural or forested areas.

Detailed Explanation

A term used in Hindi to describe a dacoit, brigand, or highway robber. It often refers to individuals or groups who engage in armed robbery, particularly in rural, tribal, or forested regions of India. The term carries connotations of lawlessness and violence associated with traditional banditry.

📝 Cultural Context

The word 'डकूरा' (Dakura) is a colloquial or regional variant of 'डकैत' (Dakait). It is frequently used in news reports and literature concerning rural crime in India. While 'Dakait' is the standard formal term, 'Dakura' may appear in specific dialects or informal contexts.

उदाहरण वाक्य

पुलिस ने जंगल में छिपे डकूरा को पकड़ लिया।
The police caught the bandit hiding in the forest.
उस क्षेत्र में डकूरा का खतरा बढ़ गया है।
The threat of bandits has increased in that region.

पर्यायवाची शब्द

डकैत चोर बंदित

विलोम शब्द

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