What is another word for Filching?

Pronunciation: [fˈɪlt͡ʃɪŋ] (IPA)

Filching refers to stealing or taking something without permission. Some potential synonyms for this word include pilfering, thieving, purloining, looting, robbing, appropriating, swiping, snatching, grabbing, and pocketing. These words all share the same basic meaning of taking something that does not belong to you, but some may imply a more elaborate or planned theft, while others suggest a quick and stealthy action. Regardless of the word used, filching is considered a criminal act and can result in serious consequences for those caught in the act. As such, it is important to always act with honesty and integrity, and avoid the temptation to take what is not rightfully yours.

What are the hypernyms for Filching?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Filching

I thought it was to keep me from Filching one or more articles.
"Epistles-from-Pap-Letters-from-the-man-known-as-The-Will-Rogers-of-Indiana"
Durham, Andrew Everett
We've been whittling down and Filching away the powers of the Throne for the last three centuries."
"Space Viking"
Henry Beam Piper
Bertin, who had, it seemed, been entrusted with the task of finding the diamonds, could then be shadowed and arrested in the very act of Filching property which by decree of the State belonged to the people.
"The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel"
Baroness Orczy

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