Bandoleros

/ˌbændəˈlɛroʊz/ noun

Definition

Plural of bandolero; multiple bandits or armed robbers, especially from Spanish or Latin American contexts.

Etymology

From 'bandolero' with Spanish plural '-s.' Frequently appears in historical and literary texts about colonial Spanish America.

Kelly Says

Tales of bandoleros terrorizing Spanish trade routes became legendary—entire communities would organize to defend against them, creating an arms race of tactics and counter-tactics!

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