Burglar Definition & Meaning

burglar
noun
  1. a thief who enters a building with intent to steal

"Burglar" in song lyrics

See how burglar is used in real songs:

  • "I creep in ya house like a burglar"
    Kane & Abel — Somebody Gotta Pay
  • "I'm a specialist, move like a cat burglar"
    La the Darkman — Gunz Don't Kill
  • "You ain't a murderer, you ain't a thug, you ain't a burglar"
    Nems — Keep Bangin

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