Meaning Of The Word Purloin

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Purloin Meaning

Purloin Definition
Purloin Definition

What's The Definition Of Purloin?

purloin
verb: If someone purloins something, they steal it or borrow it without asking permission.

purloin in American English
to steal; filch
intransitive verb: to commit theft; steal
transitive verb: to take dishonestly; steal; filch; pilfer

purloin in British English
verb: to take (something) dishonestly; steal

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