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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

purloining

/ˈpɜːrlɔɪnɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does purloining mean?

verb

The act of stealing or taking something secretly, especially something of value or importance.

Example

"The company was accused of purloining trade secrets from its competitor."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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