burglarise

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Verb burglarise has 1 sense

burglarize, burglarise, burgle, heist - commit a burglary; enter and rob a dwelling
--₁ is one way to steal

Derived form: noun burglar₁
Sample sentences:
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Burglarise

Part of speech: Verb

Definition: To enter a building illegally with the intent to commit theft or other crimes.

Sense 1: (Popular) To unlawfully enter a building with the intention to steal valuables.

Example sentence: The police were called after someone tried to burglarise the jewelry store last night.

Sense 2: (Local) To break into a house or property for the purpose of committing a crime.

Example sentence: The local news reported that several homes in the neighborhood had been burglarised while the residents were away.