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embezzlement

/ɛmˈbɛzəlmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does embezzlement mean?

noun

The act of stealing or misappropriating money or assets entrusted to one's care, typically by an employee or person in a position of trust.

Example

"The company's CEO was accused of embezzlement and fired immediately."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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