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Shoplifting Definition & Meaning

shoplifting
noun
  1. the act of stealing goods that are on display in a store; "shrinkage is the retail trade's euphemism for shoplifting"

"Shoplifting" in song lyrics

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  • "what is shoplifting"
    AOL — AOL
  • "armed forces regulations for shoplifting"
    AOL — AOL
  • "actresses arrested for shoplifting"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does shoplifting mean?
the act of stealing goods that are on display in a store; "shrinkage is the retail trade's euphemism for shoplifting"
What part of speech is shoplifting?
Shoplifting is a noun.

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