Shoplift ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Shoplift ( verb )

To steal goods from a shop by taking them without paying for them.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from shop + lift (in the sense "steal"). .

Examples:

1. He was caught shoplifting at the department store.
2. She had a history of shoplifting and was banned from the mall.
3. The store has a strict policy against shoplifting.
4. The store has security cameras to deter shoplifting.
5. He was charged with shoplifting after stealing a $200 watch.

(As a noun)

Shoplift ( noun )

To steal goods from a shop by taking them without paying for them.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from shop + lift (in the sense "steal"). .

Examples:

1. He was caught shoplifting at the department store.
2. She had a history of shoplifting and was banned from the mall.
3. The store has a strict policy against shoplifting.
4. The store has security cameras to deter shoplifting.
5. He was charged with shoplifting after stealing a $200 watch.