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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."

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

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