Loot
(noun)
- Goods taken from an enemy in war.
- Stolen goods or valuables, especially from a place of violence or disaster.
- Something obtained through theft or robbery.
Origin:
Late 17th century: of unknown origin.
Examples:
- The soldiers divided the loot among themselves after the battle.
- The city was left in ruins after the looting and arson that followed the riots.
- The thief was caught with a large amount of loot in his possession.
- The archaeological team found a wealth of loot buried in the tombs.
- He bragged about the loot he had acquired during his time as a pirate.