dou6 mou6盜墓盗墓
Jyutpingdou6 mou6
Yaledouh mouh
Definition
To rob a grave or raid a tomb to steal burial goods or treasure.
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How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in the context of historical fiction, movies, or news reports about archaeological crimes. It carries a strong negative connotation of desecration and greed. Unlike general theft, the act specifically involves breaking into burial sites to steal artifacts.
Examples
They actually went grave robbing, they are so bold.
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Grammar guides
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