Theft

Pronunciation: /ˈθɛft/

Theft (noun)

  1. Taking someone else’s property without permission, with the intention to keep it.
  2. An act of dishonest taking of value from another person or place, usually treated as a crime.

Examples

  • Theft can happen when someone takes your property without permission.
  • Theft often occurs in crowded places where people leave bags unattended.