burglar (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbɜːrɡlər/

Definition

A person who illegally enters a building and steals things.

Examples

• The alarm system is designed to deter burglars.

• A skilled burglar can enter and exit a home without leaving a trace.

• The neighborhood was on edge after several burglaries occurred in a single week.

How to Use burglar

burglar alarm (collocation)

An electronic device that detects unauthorized entry and sounds an alarm. — "The loud burglar alarm scared off the intruder."

burglar proof (collocation)

Designed or constructed to prevent entry by burglars. — "The bank vault was made of burglar-proof steel."

Synonyms of burglar

Words with a similar meaning to burglar:

• thief
• robber
• felon
• housebreaker

Antonyms of burglar

Words with the opposite meaning to burglar:

• owner
• resident
• law-abiding citizen

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