cutpurses

plural of cutpurse

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cutpurses
pickpockets
Noun
  • Said purse needs to be roomy enough to fit all of my travel essentials, but also secure enough to keep my stuff safe from pickpockets.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • Featherlight and ultra-functional, this chic messenger bag from Travelon is another excellent pick for warding off potential pickpockets.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
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“Cutpurses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cutpurses. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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