폭력이나 위협을 사용하여 (사람이나 장소로부터) 불법적으로 재산을 빼앗다; 강탈하다.
To take property unlawfully from (a person or place) by force or threat of force.
예문:
"The masked bandits planned to rob the armored truck on the highway."
"She was terrified when someone tried to rob her of her wallet near the subway entrance."
"Local police are investigating a series of incidents where elderly residents were robbed in their homes."
필요하거나 마땅히 받아야 할 권리, 능력, 기회 등 중요하거나 소중한 것을 (누군가나 무언가로부터) 빼앗거나 잃게 하다.
To deprive (someone or something) of something needed, deserved, or significant, such as a right, ability, or opportunity. (Often used in the structure 'rob A of B').
예문:
"The injury robbed the athlete of his chance to compete in the Olympics."
"Years of smoking eventually robbed him of his sense of smell and taste."
"The sudden economic downturn robbed many families of their financial security."
(비격식) 상품이나 서비스에 대해 (누군가에게) 과도한 요금을 청구하다; 바가지를 씌우다.
To overcharge (someone) for goods or services; to charge an exorbitant price.
예문:
"I paid $50 for this tiny souvenir; I feel like I was completely robbed."
"Don't buy electronics from that shop; they always rob tourists."
"The mechanic charged me double the standard rate—I definitely got robbed on that repair."