shoplifter (Meaning)

Wordnet

shoplifter (n)

a thief who steals goods that are in a store

Webster

shoplifter (n.)

One who steals anything in a shop, or takes goods privately from a shop; one who, under pretense of buying goods, takes occasion to steal.

shoplifter Sentence Examples

  1. The store manager apprehended the shoplifter as she attempted to leave with stolen merchandise.
  2. Surveillance cameras captured footage of the shoplifter concealing items beneath her clothing.
  3. The accused shoplifter vehemently denied any wrongdoing, claiming she was merely browsing.
  4. The shoplifter's previous convictions led to an enhanced sentence for her latest offense.
  5. The store implemented stricter security measures to deter shoplifters from targeting it.
  6. The shoplifter's motive was unclear, as she had enough money to purchase the stolen goods.
  7. Police officers were dispatched to the scene of the alleged shoplifting incident.
  8. The shoplifter attempted to flee the store but was apprehended by a security guard.
  9. The shoplifter faced charges of misdemeanor theft for stealing a small amount of merchandise.
  10. Public service announcements warned citizens of the consequences of being caught shoplifting.

FAQs About the word shoplifter

a thief who steals goods that are in a storeOne who steals anything in a shop, or takes goods privately from a shop; one who, under pretense of buying goods, ta

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The store manager apprehended the shoplifter as she attempted to leave with stolen merchandise.

Surveillance cameras captured footage of the shoplifter concealing items beneath her clothing.

The accused shoplifter vehemently denied any wrongdoing, claiming she was merely browsing.

The shoplifter's previous convictions led to an enhanced sentence for her latest offense.