Embezzle Definition & Meaning

embezzle
verb
  1. appropriate (as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use; "The accountant embezzled thousands of dollars while working for the wealthy family"

"Embezzle" in song lyrics

See how embezzle is used in real songs:

  • "Money and jewels we embezzle"
    The Beatnuts f/ Willie Stubz, Swinger — Muchachacha
  • "I bought my son a rolex with diamonds embezzle"
    Big Tymers — How You Luv That?
  • "barbara c moore zeta phi beta embezzle"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with embezzle

Usage tips for "embezzle"

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