Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cat-burglar
noun
/ˈkæt ˌbɜrɡlər/
Definition
A cat-burglar is a thief who enters a building stealthily, often by climbing or scaling walls, to commit a burglary.
Examples
- The famous cat-burglar managed to steal priceless artwork from the museum without being caught.
- In the movie, the cat-burglar had a unique method of infiltrating high-security buildings.
- She was known as a cat-burglar because of her skill in slipping through windows undetected.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe someone who carries out theft in a clever and discreet manner, usually at night.
Synonyms
- burglar
- thief
- robber
- pickpocket
