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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
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Word History
First Known Use
1591, in the meaning defined above
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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
: 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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