Definition of Light-fingered
Light-fingered
Light·fin·ger·ed


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(adjective)
Having a tendency to steal, especially in a clever or skillful way.

e.g. The light-fingered thief snatched the wallet from the tourist's pocket.

(adjective)
tending to steal things, typically by shoplifting or pick-pocketing, or showing skill and cleverness at stealing, i.e. having a figuratively light touch;

e.g. My wallet was stolen by a light-fingered individual, most likely when I was riding the bus.



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