theft

Definition

  • noun: the act or crime of stealing
  • noun: the act of stealing
  • synonyms: larceny

Examples

  • The 'theft' of the jewelry and other valuables was immediately reported to the police.

  • How can we protect ourselves against 'identity theft'?

  • He was found guilty of 'theft'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) -So we have to find it before they do. -I have to get to a library, fast. Lieutenant! One flag off the prints. Remy Legaludec. Petty theft. Skipped out on a hospital bill for a tracheotomy. Peanut allergy. Like Marie. This way. Marie? (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code