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theft
theft /θeft/ noun [C or U]
► B2 (the act of) dishonestly taking something that belongs to someone else and keeping it: » Unfortunately, we have had several thefts in the building recently.» Shoplifting is theft.→ SEE ALSO THIEF(Cf. ↑thief)Thesaurus+: ↑Stealing• • • Extra Examples:» She was found guilty of theft, but because of extenuating circumstances was not sent to prison.» There's been an increase in minor offences, such as traffic violations and petty theft.» Unfortunately, the police have dealt with the problem of car theft in a reactive rather than a proactive way.» He was remanded on theft charges.» We rang the insurance company to report the theft. |