heist
The origin and history of heist.
Etymology
Probably a dialect pronunciation of "hoist" — originally underworld slang for stealing or shoplifting.
The origin and history of heist.
Probably a dialect pronunciation of "hoist" — originally underworld slang for stealing or shoplifting.
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