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pilfer
[ pil-fer ]
verb (used with or without object)
- to steal, especially in small quantities.
Synonyms: , , ,
pilfer
/ ˈ±èɪ±ô´ÚÉ™ /
verb
- to steal (minor items), esp in small quantities
Derived Forms
- ˈ±è¾±±ô´Ú±ð°ù¾±²Ô²µ, noun
- ˈ±è¾±±ô´Ú±ð°ù±ð°ù, noun
Other ˜yÐÄvlog Forms
- ±è¾±±ôf±ð°ù·±ð°ù noun
- ³Ü²Ô·±è¾±±ôf±ð°ù±ð»å adjective
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of pilfer1
Example Sentences
From pilfering chips to swallowing whole starfish, gulls are known for their voracious appetites.
A former United States Postal Service supervisor from Compton has admitted to being a serial mail thief, pilfering more than $300,000 worth of checks, gold and collectible currency while on the job, authorities said.
For the last five years, thieves from South America have entered the U.S. for the purpose of committing robberies, selling the pilfered goods and returning home to enjoy their riches, police officials say.
Some of Allen’s pilfered equipment included 43 enhanced night vision goggles.
Sitting just a few feet away it appears MacCallum's sometimes daily pilfering took place right in front of them.
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