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pilfering
 

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Verb pilfer has 1 sense
  1. pilfer, cabbage, purloin, pinch, abstract, snarf, swipe, hook, sneak, filch, nobble, lift - make off with belongings of others
    --1 is one way to steal
    Derived forms: noun pilferer1, noun pilferage1
    Sample sentence:
    They pilfer the goods

Definitions from the Web

Pilfering

Description:

Pilfering refers to the act of unlawfully taking small quantities of items or valuables without someone's knowledge or permission. It typically involves stealing inconspicuous things in a stealthy or sneaky manner.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. The store manager suspected that pilfering was occurring, so they installed security cameras.
  2. Pilfering can have serious consequences, including suspension or legal charges.

Verb:

  1. The shady employee pilfered money from the cash register throughout his shift.
  2. She had a habit of pilfering office supplies from her colleagues' desks.

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