pickpocket

noun

pick·​pock·​et ˈpik-ˌpä-kət How to pronounce pickpocket (audio)
: a thief who picks pockets

Examples of pickpocket in a Sentence

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The zippered top helps prevent pickpockets, and the back zipper pocket is a great spot for storing valuables like a wallet or phone. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024 This Travelon anti-theft crossbody bag has a five-point security system and is made with slash-resistant materials that deter sneaky pickpockets. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2024 Arteta hired professional pickpockets to (temporarily) rob his players of their phones and wallets at dinner. Phil Hay, The Athletic, 8 Aug. 2024 The original cast return to voice the animal gang: former pickpocket Mr. Wolf (Sam Rockwell), Mr. Snake (Marc Maron), Mr. Shark (Craig Robinson), Mr. Piranha (Anthony Ramos) and the expert hacker Ms. Tarantula (Awkwafina). Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pickpocket 

Word History

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pickpocket was in 1591

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“Pickpocket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pickpocket. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

pickpocket

noun
pick·​pock·​et ˈpik-ˌpäk-ət How to pronounce pickpocket (audio)
: a thief who steals from pockets and purses

Legal Definition

pickpocket

noun
pick·​pock·​et
: a thief who surreptitiously steals money or valuables from the pockets or person of an individual
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