What is another word for bushwhackers?
Pronunciation: [bˈʊʃwakəz] (IPA) 
Bushwhackers, also known as guerillas or guerrilla fighters, are individuals who engage in surprise attacks and ambushes from concealed locations. Other synonyms for bushwhackers include bandits, raiders, highwaymen, and marauders. These terms are usually used to describe groups of people who engage in illegal or violent activities, often without the support of any organized military force. Other related words that can be used to refer to people who engage in activities similar to bushwhackers include renegades, rebels, and outlaws. While the term "bushwhacker" is often associated with the American Civil War, it can also be used to describe individuals or groups who engage in similar tactics in other settings.
