purloin — to steal something, especially in a secretive or sneaky way
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to steal something, especially in a secretive or sneaky way
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɚˈlɔɪn/
Example Sentences
- The cat seemed to purloin socks from the laundry basket with the skill of a master thief.
- She was accused of purloining her colleague's research data.
- The detective discovered that someone had purloined the key evidence from the crime scene.
purloin
VERB[/pɚˈlɔɪn/]
to steal something, especially in a secretive or sneaky way
💡 Concept
The sneaky butler tried to purloin a diamond necklace from the duchess's vanity.
🎵 Rhyme
Purloin the coin, then join the crowd!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/pɚˈlɔɪn/
🇬🇧 UK/pəˈlɔɪn/
🌳Etymology
Rootpurloin
🎵Rhyme
coinjoinloin
coin
join
loin
🔗Collocations
purloin documents
purloin funds
purloin secrets
purloin ideas
purloin evidence
secretly purloin
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“The cat seemed to purloin socks from the laundry basket with the skill of a master thief.”
“She was accused of purloining her colleague's research data.”
“The detective discovered that someone had purloined the key evidence from the crime scene.”
😄 Fun example
“My roommate has been purloining my snacks - I should probably label everything in the fridge!”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
stealpilferfilchswipeembezzle
Antonyms
returngive backrestore
Related
theftburglarpilferagelarceny
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