Meaning of the word lawbreaker in English

What does lawbreaker mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lawbreaker

US /ˈlɑːˌbreɪ.kɚ/
UK /ˈlɔːˌbreɪ.kər/

Noun

a person who breaks the law; a criminal

Example:
The police are actively pursuing the lawbreakers responsible for the recent robberies.
He was branded a lawbreaker after being caught shoplifting multiple times.