Filching: meaning, definitions and examples

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filching

 

[ หˆfษชltสƒษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

theft act

Filching refers to the act of stealing or taking something in a sneaky or stealthy manner. It typically involves taking items that are small in size and of relatively low value, often without the ownerโ€™s immediate awareness. This term is usually associated with petty theft and is often used in informal contexts. Filching can occur in various settings, including retail environments, workplaces, or even social gatherings.

Synonyms

lifting, pilfering, stealing, theft.

Examples of usage

  • He was caught filching candy from the store.
  • She has a habit of filching office supplies.
  • They were accused of filching money from the donation box.

Translations

Translations of the word "filching" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น furtar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเฅ‹เคฐเฅ€ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช stehlen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mencuri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะฐะดั–ะถะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kradzieลผ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็›—ใ‚€

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท voler

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ robar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงalmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„๋‘‘์งˆํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุฑู‚ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ krรกst

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kradnรบลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅท็ชƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krasti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stela

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑั€ะปะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒซแƒแƒ แƒชแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oฤŸurlamaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ robar

Etymology

The term 'filch' originates from the late Middle English word 'filchen', which means to steal or take away. It is believed to have roots in the Old English word 'fylca', meaning to pilfer or to take something surreptitiously. Over time, the term evolved into its modern form. The use of filch reflects a broader cultural understanding of petty theft in society. As language developed, filching became associated with minor thefts, often highlighting the secretive nature of such acts. Over the centuries, it has been commonly used in literature and common vernacular to describe minor thefts, emphasizing its continued relevance in discussions about crime and morality.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,267, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.