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Synonyms of thief
one who steals
- a thief has been stealing wallets and valuables from the lockers at the gym
Synonyms for thief
Words Related to thief
- cutpurse,
- dip
- [slang],
- pickpocket,
- pilferer,
- shoplifter
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11 Obscure Words for Thieves
11 Obscure Words for Thieves
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“Thief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thief. Accessed 29 Sep. 2020.
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