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Filched: meaning, definitions and examples

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filched

 

[ fɪltʃt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

theft action

Filched is a verb meaning to steal something in a sly or stealthy manner. It often refers to taking items that are not yours without the owner noticing. The act of filching implies a certain level of cunning and deceit. This term is commonly used in informal contexts, highlighting the sneaky nature of the theft.

Synonyms

purloined, snatched, stole, swiped

Examples of usage

  • He filched a cookie from the jar.
  • The pickpocket filched the wallet without anyone seeing.
  • She filched some office supplies for her home workspace.

Translations

Translations of the word "filched" in other languages:

🇵🇹 furtado

🇮🇳 चुराया गया

🇩🇪 gestohlen

🇮🇩 dicuri

🇺🇦 викрадений

🇵🇱 skradziony

🇯🇵 盗まれた

🇫🇷 dérober

🇪🇸 robado

🇹🇷 çalınmış

🇰🇷 훔친

🇸🇦 مسروق

🇨🇿 ukradený

🇸🇰 ukradnutý

🇨🇳 被偷的

🇸🇮 ukraden

🇮🇸 stolið

🇰🇿 ұрланған

🇬🇪 ჩასახლებული

🇦🇿 oğurlanmış

🇲🇽 robado

Word origin

The term 'filch' has its roots in the early 16th century, coming from the Middle English word 'filchen,' which means 'to steal.' It is believed to be of uncertain origin, possibly derived from dialectal forms in Northern England. The word is linked to various expressions of theft throughout history, reflecting a long-standing human awareness of sneaky behavior. Over time, 'filch' has evolved to describe minor thefts or acts of stealing that do not carry the weight of larger crimes. The term has become a part of informal English and is often used to convey a sense of light-heartedness about the act of stealing, especially when the items taken are of little value. Its usage in literature and media has contributed to its permanence in the language, often invoking images of furtive actions and sly characters.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,013 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.