pickpocket — a person who steals from other people's pockets, especially in crowded places
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who steals from other people's pockets, especially in crowded places
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɪkˌpɑːkɪt/
Example Sentences
- The magician used to be a pickpocket before he learned to steal hearts instead of wallets.
- Always keep your valuables in a secure place when traveling to avoid pickpockets.
- The pickpocket was so bad at his job that he accidentally returned more money than he stole.
pickpocket
NOUN[/ˈpɪkˌpɑːkɪt/]
a person who steals from other people's pockets, especially in crowded places
A sneaky pickpocket slips a wallet from a tourist's back pocket in the busy market.
The pickpocket in the thicket steals the ticket!
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“The magician used to be a pickpocket before he learned to steal hearts instead of wallets.”
“Always keep your valuables in a secure place when traveling to avoid pickpockets.”
“The pickpocket was so bad at his job that he accidentally returned more money than he stole.”
“Police installed security cameras in areas known for pickpocket activity.”
“She was so paranoid about pickpockets that she sewed her pockets shut and forgot where she put her keys.”
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