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Meaning of the word pilfer in English

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pilfer

US /ˈpɪl.fɚ/
UK /ˈpɪl.fər/
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Verb

steal (typically things of relatively little value)

Example:
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He was caught trying to pilfer office supplies.
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The children would often pilfer cookies from the jar.
Synonym:
steal thieve pillage loot plunder
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Related Word:
pilfering