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stolen

/ˈstəʊlən/

verb

Meaning

  • To take illegally, or without the owner's permission, something owned by someone else.

    "Three irreplaceable paintings were stolen from the gallery."

  • (of ideas, words, music, a look, credit, etc.) To appropriate without giving credit or acknowledgement.

    "They stole my idea for a biodegradable, disposable garbage de-odorizer."

  • To get or effect surreptitiously or artfully.

    "He stole glances at the pretty woman across the street."

  • To acquire at a low price.

    "He stole the car for two thousand less than its book value."

  • To draw attention unexpectedly in (an entertainment), especially by being the outstanding performer. Usually used in the phrase steal the show.

  • To move silently or secretly.

    "He stole across the room, trying not to wake her."

  • To convey (something) clandestinely.

  • To withdraw or convey (oneself) clandestinely.

  • To advance safely to (another base) during the delivery of a pitch, without the aid of a hit, walk, passed ball, wild pitch, or defensive indifference.

  • To dispossess

  • To borrow for a short moment.

    "Can I steal your pen?"

Synonyms

sneak

adjective

Meaning

  • That has been stolen.