purloin in French

purloin in French is dépouiller — purloin means to take the property of another, often in breach of trust; to appropriate wrongfully; to steal.

purloin in French

dépouiller

verb

(transitive, usually, formal, or, humorous) To take the property of another, often in breach of trust; to appropriate wrongfully; to steal.

What does "purloin" mean?

verb To take the property of another, often in breach of trust; to appropriate wrongfully; to steal.
verb To commit theft; to thieve.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "purloin" in French?

"purloin" in French is dépouiller. purloin means: To take the property of another, often in breach of trust; to appropriate wrongfully; to steal.

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