theft

/θˈɛft/

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Definitions

Noun

the act of taking something from someone unlawfully; "the thieving is awful at Kennedy International"

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Synonyms

larceny stealing thievery thieving

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More General Terms

felony

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More Specific Terms

biopiracy breach of trust with fraudulent intent defalcation embezzlement grand larceny grand theft misapplication misappropriation peculation petit larceny petty petty larceny pilferage robbery rustling shoplifting shrinkage skimming

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