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Meaning of the word shoplift in English

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shoplift

US /ˈʃɑːp.lɪft/
UK /ˈʃɒp.lɪft/
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Verb

to steal goods from a shop while pretending to be a customer

Example:
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She was caught trying to shoplift a dress.
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Many stores use surveillance cameras to prevent people from shoplifting.
Synonym:
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