Pilfer and Shanghai

Pilfer

Pilfer verb - To take (something) without right and with an intent to keep.
Usage example: what sort of person would pilfer lunches from the office refrigerator?

Shanghai and pilfer are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shanghai" instead a verb "Pilfer".

Nearby Words: pilferer, pilfering, pilferage

Shanghai

Shanghai verb - Take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship.
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Pilfer and shanghai are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Pilfer" instead a verb "Shanghai".

Nearby Words: shanghaied, shanghaiing
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