Thug (?), n. [Hind. thag a deceiver, robber.]
One of an association of robbers and murderers in India who practiced murder by stealthy approaches, and from religious motives. They have been nearly exterminated by the British government.
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Thug, n.
An assassin; a ruffian; a rough. "Thugs and midnight rounders." The Century.
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