Pilfer: meaning, definitions and examples

stealing discreetly

To steal things, especially small things, without taking them all from one place at one time.

filch, purloin, snitch, steal, swipe

Examples of usage

• He pilfered money from the cash register.

• She pilfered office supplies from her workplace.

• The thief pilfered jewelry from the store.

• The pickpocket pilfered wallets from unsuspecting victims.

• He was caught pilfering food from the kitchen.