Burgled: meaning, definitions and examples
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burgled
[ ˈbɜrɡəld ]
criminal act
Burgled refers to the act of breaking into a building or property with the intent to commit theft. This illegal activity involves the unlawful entry into someone else's premises, typically during the night or when the occupants are away. The term often connotes a sense of violation and loss, as the victims may not only suffer from financial loss but also from emotional distress. Burgling can involve a variety of methods, including picking locks, breaking windows, or using force to gain entry.
Synonyms
looted, plundered, raided, robbed, searched
Examples of usage
- They burgled the house while the family was on vacation.
- The store was burgled last night.
- He was arrested for burgling several cars in the neighborhood.
Translations
Translations of the word "burgled" in other languages:
🇵🇹 assaltado
🇮🇳 चोरी किया गया
🇩🇪 einbrecherisch
🇮🇩 dibobol
🇺🇦 пограбований
🇵🇱 okradziony
🇯🇵 強盗にあった
🇫🇷 délesté
🇪🇸 robado
🇹🇷 soygun yapılmış
🇰🇷 강도당한
🇸🇦 مُنهَوب
🇨🇿 vyloupený
🇸🇰 vykradnutý
🇨🇳 被盗
🇸🇮 okradeni
🇮🇸 rændur
🇰🇿 ұрланған
🇬🇪 გატეხილი
🇦🇿 oğurlanmış
🇲🇽 robado
Etymology
The term 'burgled' is derived from the word 'burglar,' which itself comes from the Middle English word 'burglar,' appearing in the late 14th century. The origin is traced further back to the Latin term 'burgus,' meaning 'a fortified place.' It reflects a historical context where fortified areas were more prone to attacks or theft. The word 'burgle' began to be used in the English language around the late 19th century. Over time, it has evolved to specifically denote the act of entering a dwelling with the intent to commit theft. The modern usage emphasizes the legality and severity of the action, highlighting issues of safety and personal space in contemporary society. As crime rates associated with burglary have fluctuated throughout history, so too has the language surrounding it, adapting to encompass new methods and technologies involved in both the act and the prevention of burglary.