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antitheft

British  
/ ˌæntɪˈθɛft /

adjective

  1. (of a device, campaign, system, etc) designed to prevent theft

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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These include antitheft devices, paint protection coatings, etching the vehicle’s identification number into the windows or other parts and accessories such as door-edge guards and floor mats.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026

Police officials said Kia and Hyundai owners should consider utilizing a steering wheel locking device or antitheft system to deter such auto thefts.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2022

Items sold by the dealership are often things such as tinted windows, fabric protection or an antitheft device.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 29, 2021

VanMoof e-bikes are known for their antitheft security.

From New York Times ● Jun. 3, 2020

Naturally, VanMoof’s iOS and Android apps are also getting updates that let riders customize the sounds and the new antitheft settings while adding a useful reminder that shows riders where they parked their bike.

From The Verge ● May 29, 2018

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