Pilfer and Thieving

Pilfer

Pilfer verb - To take (something) without right and with an intent to keep.

Thieving and pilfer are semantically related. In some cases you can replace term "Thieving" with "Pilfer", this verbs are similar.

Nearby Words: pilferer, pilfering, pilferage

Thieving

Thieving noun - The act of taking something from someone unlawfully.
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Pilfer and thieving are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Pilfer" instead a verb "Thieving".

Nearby Words: thief, thievery, thieved
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