thief

Definition

  • noun: a person who steals something
  • noun: one that steals especially stealthily or secretly
  • synonyms: pilferer, robber, stealer

Examples

  • A 'thief' took my purse.

  • a car 'thief'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Have the wax tested immediately. It is my guess that you will find it is English wax. Why? Because your thief is an Englishman. How do you know that? It is my business to know that. He is Sir Charles Phantom, the notorious Litton. (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther
  • (..) Observe. Deactivate. Failing the radar shield, the slightest release of pressure in the weight of the diamond... and the would-be thief is a prisoner. A prisoner of the Pink Panther. Why is it called the Pink Panther? (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther