stealing
- 01 A2 Elementary
the act of taking something that belongs to someone else without their permission.
the action of taking another person's property without permission or legal right and without intending to return it.
Simple“The shop had cameras everywhere to prevent people from stealing.”
In context“The defendant was charged with the stealing of several high-value electronics from the warehouse over a period of six months.”
- 02 C2 Proficiency
items that have been stolen from someone.
the property or goods obtained through theft. This sense is largely archaic and typically appears in historical or legal contexts.
Simple“The thieves hid their stealing in a secret cave in the woods.”
In context“The constable discovered the hidden stealing beneath the floorboards of the abandoned cottage, identifying several items reported missing by the local gentry.”