Steal Definition
steal
noun
- an advantageous purchase; "she got a bargain at the auction"; "the stock was a real buy at that price"
- a stolen base; an instance in which a base runner advances safely during the delivery of a pitch (without the help of a hit or walk or passed ball or wild pitch)
verb
- take without the owner's consent; "Someone stole my wallet on the train"; "This author stole entire paragraphs from my dissertation"
- move stealthily; "The ship slipped away in the darkness"
- steal a base
"Steal" in song lyrics
See how steal is used in real songs:
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"Thou shall not kill, thou shall not steal"
9th Prince f/ Planet Asia — Revolution Music -
"Close your eyes and try to feel, The steal"
Aceyalone — The Hunt -
"You give me rewards when I rob and steal"
Amil f/ Carl Thomas — Quarrels
Words that rhyme with steal
Usage tips for "steal"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "steal" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for steal to find words that pair well.