Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
larcenist
noun
/ˈlɑːr.sən.ɪst/
Definition
A person who commits larceny, which is the theft of personal property.
Examples
- The larcenist was caught on camera stealing items from the store.
- She reported the theft to the police, suspecting that a skilled larcenist was operating in her neighborhood.
Meaning
An individual who unlawfully takes someone else’s property with the intention of permanently depriving the owner of it.
Synonyms
- Thief
- Robber
- Stealer
- Shoplifter
- Burglary perpetrator
