pilferage
[ pil-fer-ij ]
/ ˈpɪl fər ɪdʒ /
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noun
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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Words nearby pilferage
pileum, pileup, pileus, pilewort, pilfer, pilferage, pilgarlic, pilgrim, pilgrimage, Pilgrimage of Grace, pilgrim bottle
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Example sentences from the Web for pilferage
The imperfect protection of a tarpaulin was, and is, a great temptation to pilferage.
Rides on Railways|Samuel SidneyThe damage and losses by pilferage of certain descriptions of goods are enormous.
Rides on Railways|Samuel Sidney
British Dictionary definitions for pilferage
pilferage
/ (ˈpɪlfərɪdʒ) /
noun
the act or practice of stealing small quantities or articles
the amount so stolen
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