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Translate files Thieving
/ˈθiː.vɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
verb
To steal or commit theft.
The thief was caught thieving from the local convenience store.
To act in a way that is deceitful or dishonest.
He was accused of thieving the idea for his new invention.
adjective
Relating to or characterized by stealing; as in a behavior resembling that of a thief.
Her thieving ways ultimately led to her downfall.
Having the qualities of a thief; kleptomaniacal.
The thieving raccoon raided the trash cans every night.
Etymology
Middle English thieven, from Old English þēofan, related to thief.
Common Phrases and Expressions
caught thieving:
to be caught stealing
thieving magpie:
a person who steals recklessly or is overly grabby
thieving ways:
typical behavior of a thief
Related Words
Slang Meanings
filching
She was filching change from the cash register.
pinching
He's been pinching stuff from the store.