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    Volée (en. Volley)

    /vo.le/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A set of objects stolen during a theft.
    The theft of jewelry was reported by the victim.
    La volée de bijoux a été signalée par la victime.
    The act of stealing, especially in the context of a crime.
    Car theft is on the rise in this area.
    La volée de voiture est en augmentation dans cette région.
    Figurative sense: a set of malicious actions.
    Her voice was a thievery of secrets and lies.
    Sa voix était une volée de secrets et de mensonges.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to steal', originating from the Latin 'volare' which means 'to fly away'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be on a high
    To be in full social flight or on the rise.
    avoir la volée
    to make a theft
    To carry out a theft.
    faire une volée

    Related Words

    theft
    The act of taking something without permission.
    vol
    thief
    A person who commits theft.
    voleur
    stolen
    An object that has been stolen.
    volé

    Slang Meanings

    Snatch theft.
    He was a victim of a theft at the market.
    Il a subi une volée sur le marché.
    Quick robbery.
    The store fell victim to a lightning theft.
    Le magasin a été victime d'une volée éclair.