petty pilferer

noun phrase

Meaning

A person who habitually steals items of little value.

Examples

The security guard caught the petty pilferer trying to hide a single pack of gum in his jacket.
Local businesses posted photos of the known petty pilferer to warn other shop owners in the area.

Synonyms: thief, shoplifter, kleptomaniac

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petty pilferer

noun phrase

Pronunciation: ˈpɛti ˈpɪlfərər

Definition

A person who habitually steals items of little value.

Examples

The security guard caught the petty pilferer trying to hide a single pack of gum in his jacket.
Local businesses posted photos of the known petty pilferer to warn other shop owners in the area.
Despite his otherwise honest reputation, he was labeled a petty pilferer for constantly taking office supplies home.

Synonyms of petty pilferer

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