Meaning of the word pickpocket in English

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pickpocket

US /ˈpɪkˌpɑː.kɪt/

UK /ˈpɪkˌpɑː.kɪt/

a person who steals from the pockets of unsuspecting victims in public places

Example:

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Be careful of pickpockets in crowded tourist areas.

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The police arrested a notorious pickpocket near the market.

Synonym:

cutpurse purse snatcher thief

to steal from someone's pocket or bag, typically without them noticing

Example:

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He tried to pickpocket the tourist's wallet.

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She was warned not to let anyone pickpocket her on the crowded train.

Synonym:

steal lift filch

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