Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

yeggman

noun

/ˈjɛɡ.mən/

Definition

A yeggman is a slang term primarily used in American English, referring to a burglar or safe-cracker, particularly someone skilled in breaking into safes or homes.

Examples

The yeggman carefully planned his heist to avoid detection.
In the detective novel, the main character was on the trail of a notorious yeggman.
After years of evading the law, the yeggman was finally caught during a routine traffic stop.

Meaning

The term is often associated with someone who engages in criminal activities, specifically burglary. It highlights a level of expertise in unlawful entry or theft.