shoplifter

noun

shop·​lift·​er ˈshäp-ˌlif-tər How to pronounce shoplifter (audio)
: one who shoplifts

Examples of shoplifter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Drug offenders and shoplifters across the state currently face a misdemeanor for breaking the law. Emily Hallas, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Sep. 2024 Taylor Wilson: And how often do shoplifters get caught? Daniel De Vise: Around half said that they'd been caught. Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 10 Aug. 2024 Ironically, many shoplifters point to higher prices as their justification for stealing. Casey Harper | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Aug. 2024 Businesses keep eye out for shoplifters Businesses keep eye out for shoplifters 01:53 Inflation has led to price surges at grocery stores, car dealerships and even dine-in restaurants nationwide. Khristopher J. Brooks, CBS News, 30 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for shoplifter 

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Word History

First Known Use

1680, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shoplifter was in 1680

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“Shoplifter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoplifter. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

shoplifter

noun
shop·​lift·​er -ˌlif-tər How to pronounce shoplifter (audio)
: a person who shoplifts

Legal Definition

shoplifter

noun
shop·​lift·​er
: one who shoplifts

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