outlaw

noun
UK: /ˈaʊtlɔː/
US: /ˈaʊtlɔː/

  1. A person who has broken the law and is running away to avoid being caught.

    1. The outlaw hid in the mountains from the sheriff's men.
    2. He became an outlaw after robbing the bank and fleeing the town despite warnings.

  2. Someone who lives outside the law, often romanticized as a rebel.

    1. The outlaw was known for his daring raids and kind heart.
    2. The legendary outlaw distributed stolen goods among the poor, gaining their support.

Synonyms

criminal fugitive rebel ban prohibit forbid
outlaw verb

  1. To make something illegal or forbidden by law.

    1. The government decided to outlaw the dangerous drug.
    2. Many countries outlaw discrimination based on race or religion to ensure fairness.

  2. To prohibit or ban something officially or effectively.

    1. The company decided to outlaw personal calls during work hours.
    2. The new regulations outlaw the use of mobile phones while operating heavy machinery.
outlaw adjective

  1. Having been declared illegal.

    1. The outlaw organization was involved in many crimes.
    2. Outlaw motorcycle gangs often engage in illegal activities, requiring police intervention.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "outlaw" in English means: A person who has broken the law and is running away to avoid being caught., Someone who lives outside the law, often romanticized as a rebel..

The phonetic transcription of "outlaw" is /ˈaʊtlɔː/ in British English and /ˈaʊtlɔː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "outlaw": criminal, fugitive, rebel, ban, prohibit, forbid.

Example usage of "outlaw": "The outlaw hid in the mountains from the sheriff's men.". More examples on the page.