Prowler: meaning, definitions and examples

sneaky activity

A prowler is a person who moves stealthily in search of an opportunity to commit a crime, typically burglary. This term often implies a sense of lurking or hiding, as prowlers might conceal themselves while observing potential targets before acting.

burglar, intruder, lurker, sneak

Examples of usage

• The prowler was caught on security cameras.

• Neighbors reported seeing a prowler near their homes at night.

• The police warned about a prowler in the area.

• He felt like a prowler while sneaking into the old building.