Associations to the word «Pickpocket»

Wiktionary

PICKPOCKET, noun. One who steals from the pocket of a passerby, usually by sleight of hand.
PICKPOCKET, verb. To pick pockets; to steal.

Dictionary definition

PICKPOCKET, noun. A thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places.

Wise words

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