cracksman

noun

Definition of cracksmannext
as in cat burglar

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  1. cat burglar
  2. burglar
  3. thief
Noun
  • This American heiress summering in Cannes has just met Grant’s former cat burglar.
    Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 22 Oct. 2024
  • In theaters May 24 08 of 31 The Garfield Movie Just call him a cat burglar.
    Eric Andersson, Peoplemag, 4 May 2024
Definition of cat burglar
Noun
  • Upon apparently learning that the works would not fit in the vehicle, the burglars ripped two from their frames and left the other two damaged in the street.
    News Desk, Artforum, 4 Nov. 2024
  • The actor also played Watergate burglar Frank Sturgis in the 1976 film All The President's Men.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of burglar
Noun
  • Though Charles moves into Pacific View to smoke out the thief, Schur presents an ecosystem of distinct characters who have made fulfilling lives for themselves in this building.
    Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
  • The series follows a team of thieves for hire who find themselves in a world of trouble after completing their latest job.
    Sara Merican, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of thief
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