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Pickpocket Definition & Meaning

pickpocket
noun
  1. a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places

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Frequently asked questions

What does pickpocket mean?
a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places
What part of speech is pickpocket?
Pickpocket is a noun.

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