pickpocket

• Substantivo que designa um ladrão que rouba dinheiro ou objetos dos bolsos ou bolsas de outras pessoas em locais públicos, geralmente sem que a vítima perceba.

A noun referring to a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places.

1. Thief in public placesB1formal

   A person who steals money or valuables from the pockets or bags of others, typically in crowded public areas.

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   • The pickpocket was caught by the police near the train station.
   • Tourists are often targeted by pickpockets in busy markets.
   • She lost her wallet to a pickpocket on the crowded bus.

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