Associations to the word «Raider»

Wiktionary

RAIDER, noun. One who engages in a raid; a plunderer.
RAIDER, noun. (business) A person who takes or attempts to take control of a firm against the will of current management by purchasing a controlling interest of stock and acquiring proxies.
RAIDER, noun. (military) A special forces operative; a commando.
RAIDER, noun. (military) (naval) A warship which is light, maneuverable, and fast-moving.
RAIDER, noun. (informal) A person who uncovers evidence of improper behavior within governmental or private organizations.

Dictionary definition

RAIDER, noun. Someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war).
RAIDER, noun. A corporate investor who intends to take over a company by buying a controlling interest in its stock and installing new management.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy