burglar — a person who illegally enters buildings and steals things
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who illegally enters buildings and steals things
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɜːrɡlər/
Example Sentences
- The burglar forgot to turn off his phone's flashlight and accidentally took a selfie while robbing the store.
- Police installed security cameras to deter potential burglars from targeting the neighborhood.
- The burglar got stuck in the chimney like a reverse Santa Claus and had to call the fire department for help.
burglar
NOUN[/ˈbɜːrɡlər/]
a person who illegally enters buildings and steals things
💡 Concept
A burglar tiptoes through a dark living room, stuffing silver into his sack.
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈbɜːrɡlər/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈbɜːɡlə(r)/
🌳Etymology
Rootburg
Suffix--lar
🎵Rhyme
popularicularacular
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🔗Collocations
cat burglar
burglar alarm
catch a burglar
burglar breaks in
professional burglar
burglar-proof
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“The burglar forgot to turn off his phone's flashlight and accidentally took a selfie while robbing the store.”
“Police installed security cameras to deter potential burglars from targeting the neighborhood.”
😄 Fun example
“The burglar got stuck in the chimney like a reverse Santa Claus and had to call the fire department for help.”
“Modern burglars often target electronic devices and jewelry that are easy to resell.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
thiefrobberintruderhousebreakerprowler
Antonyms
guardianprotectorsecurity guard
Related
burglaryburgletheftrobberylarcenytrespassing
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