Meaning of the word embezzler in English

What does embezzler mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

embezzler

US /ɪmˈbez.lɚ/
UK /ɪmˈbez.lər/

Noun

a person who steals money or property that has been entrusted to them, especially from an employer or organization

Example:
The company discovered that their chief financial officer was an embezzler.
The former treasurer was convicted as an embezzler and sentenced to prison.