raider

/หˆษนeษชdษš/

IPA: /R EY1 D ER0/

noun
  1. 1

    One who engages in a raid; a plunderer.

  2. 2

    A person who takes or attempts to take control of a firm against the will of current management by purchasing a controlling interest of stock and acquiring proxies.

  3. 3

    A special forces operative; a commando.

  4. 4

    A warship which is light, maneuverable, and fast-moving.

  5. 5

    A person who uncovers evidence of improper behavior within governmental or private organizations.

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