Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pickpocket
noun
/ˈpɪkˌpɒk.ɪt/
Definition
A person who steals from others, especially from pockets or bags, without them noticing.
Examples
- She was a skilled pickpocket, known for her quick hands in crowded markets.
- The pickpocket was caught when he tried to steal from a tourist.
- In the novel, the main character was a former pickpocket trying to turn his life around.
Meaning
To discreetly steal money or valuables from someone’s pocket or bag in a public place.
Synonyms
- thief
- burglar
- swindler
- robber
