pickpocket

US /ˈpɪkˌpɑː.kɪt/
UK /ˈpɪkˌpɑː.kɪt/
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a person who steals from the pockets of unsuspecting victims in public places

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

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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.
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stealliftfilch