stole

/ˈstəʊl//ˈstoʊl/

verb

  1. 1

    To take illegally, or without the owner's permission, something owned by someone else.

    Three irreplaceable paintings were stolen from the gallery.
  2. 2

    (of ideas, words, music, a look, credit, etc.) To appropriate without giving credit or acknowledgement.

    They stole my idea for a biodegradable, disposable garbage de-odorizer.
  3. 3

    To get or effect surreptitiously or artfully.

    He stole glances at the pretty woman across the street.
  4. 4

    To acquire at a low price.

    He stole the car for two thousand less than its book value.
  5. 5

    To draw attention unexpectedly in (an entertainment), especially by being the outstanding performer. Usually used in the phrase steal the show.

  6. 6

    To move silently or secretly.

    He stole across the room, trying not to wake her.
  7. 7

    To convey (something) clandestinely.

  8. 8

    To withdraw or convey (oneself) clandestinely.

  9. 9

    To advance safely to (another base) during the delivery of a pitch, without the aid of a hit, walk, passed ball, wild pitch, or defensive indifference.

  10. 10

    To dispossess

  11. 11

    To borrow for a short moment.

    Can I steal your pen?

Synonyms

noun

  1. 1

    An ecclesiastical garment consisting of a decorated band worn on the back of the neck with each end hanging over the chest.

  2. 2

    A scarf-like garment, often made of fur.

noun

  1. 1

    A stolon.

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