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kleptomaniac

/ˌklep.təˈmeɪ.ni.æk/

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noun

/ˌklep.təˈmeɪ.ni.æk/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее человека, испытывающего неконтролируемое, иррациональное желание воровать, обычно без финансовой или материальной необходимости.

A noun referring to a person who has an uncontrollable, irrational urge to steal, typically without any financial or material need.

  1. Compulsive StealerC1formalmedical

    A person who has an uncontrollable, irrational urge to steal objects, typically not because they need them or want them for their value, but due to a psychological impulse.

    ruКлептоман

    • The kleptomaniac was caught stealing a pack of gum from the store.
    • Her therapist diagnosed her as a kleptomaniac after years of compulsive shoplifting.
    • Kleptomaniacs often feel a sense of relief after taking something, followed by guilt.
    • The clinic offers specialized treatment programs for kleptomaniacs.
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  • kleptomaniac's possessive singular form