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Synonyms of larceny
the unlawful taking and carrying away of property without the consent of its owner
- the security guard waited until the shoplifter had actually left the store with the item, so as to have proof of larceny
Synonyms for larceny
Words Related to larceny
- abduction,
- carjacking,
- hijacking
- (also highjacking),
- kidnapping
- (also kidnaping),
- shanghaiing
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The first known use of larceny was in the 15th century
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