Abactor

Pronunciation: /ˈæbæk.tər/

Definitions of abactor

noun a person who steals cattle or livestock

Example Sentences

A1 An abactor is a person who steals cattle or livestock.

A2 In medieval times, an abactor would be punished severely for stealing animals.

B1 The abactor was caught red-handed trying to steal a herd of sheep.

B2 The abactor was known for his cunning ways of rustling cattle from neighboring farms.

C1 The abactor was part of a sophisticated criminal network involved in livestock theft.

C2 Despite being labeled as an abactor, he claimed innocence and said he was framed by his rivals.

Examples of abactor in a Sentence

formal The abactor was charged with stealing cattle from the farm.

informal The abactor got caught stealing cows from the ranch.

slang The abactor was busted for swiping some cows.

figurative He was like an abactor, taking what didn't belong to him without permission.

Grammatical Forms of abactor

• plural: abactors
• comparative: more abactor
• superlative: most abactor
• present tense: abacts
• future tense: will abact
• perfect tense: has abacted
• continuous tense: is abacting
• singular: abactor
• positive degree: abactor
• infinitive: to abact
• gerund: abacting
• participle: abacted

Origin and Evolution of abactor

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abactor' originated from Latin, specifically from the word 'abactor' which means 'cattle thief'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'abactor' has evolved to refer to anyone who steals or unlawfully takes property, not just specifically cattle.