Meaning & Definition of word "Thieving"

Thieving

/ˈθiː.vɪŋ/

1. To steal or commit theft.
- Example: The thief was caught thieving from the local convenience store.
2. To act in a way that is deceitful or dishonest.
- Example: He was accused of thieving the idea for his new invention.

1. Relating to or characterized by stealing; as in a behavior resembling that of a thief.
- Example: Her thieving ways ultimately led to her downfall.
2. Having the qualities of a thief; kleptomaniacal.
- Example: The thieving raccoon raided the trash cans every night.

Middle English thieven, from Old English þēofan, related to thief.

caught thieving:

to be caught stealing

thieving magpie:

a person who steals recklessly or is overly grabby

thieving ways:

typical behavior of a thief

thief:

a person who steals, especially secretly or without force

steal:

to take another person's property without permission

larceny:

theft of personal property

Meaning: filching

Example Sentence: She was filching change from the cash register.

Meaning: pinching

Example Sentence: He's been pinching stuff from the store.