Definitions:

1. A violen form of robbery carried out by a gang or armed group, often in rural or isolated areas, and recognized as a distinct criminal offense under Indian law. NOUN
   • Report of dakoity in the region prompted tighter security measures.
2. Refers to armed robbery committed by a group of people, especially in India and other parts of South Asia. NOUN
   • The police arrested five men involved in a recent dakoity near the village.

Synonyms:

• burglary
• dacoity
• heist
• larceny
• pillage
• theft