theft

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /θɛft/

• Audio (UK)

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Noun

Singular theft

Plural thefts

1. (countable & uncountable) A theft is when someone steals something.
   • Synonyms: robbery and burglary

   We were the victims of a theft last year.

   Theft is on the rise in the city.

Related words

• thief
• thieve