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depredation

noun

/ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪʃən/

Meaning

An act of attacking or plundering; damage caused by such acts.

The villagers feared the depredation of wild animals at night.

plunder, raid, destruction, pillage, devastation

protection, preservation, safeguard

depredation of war, animal depredation, depredation on crops

a device on a vehicle's exhaust to reduce noise; also a scarf worn around the neck for warmth

an event causing great suffering or distress

The state of being private, away from other people.

The act of entering a place or situation where one is not wanted or invited.

A period of time equal to 60 minutes.

A forceful protest or objection.