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mugged

/mʌɡd/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does mugged mean?

verb, noun

To rob someone, typically by attacking them and taking their money or belongings. A cup or mug that has been used to drink from.

Example

"The tourist was mugged in the city center, losing all his cash and phone."

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