Definitions

1. noun

the act of taking or attempting to take something without permission, especially property or money

“The police were called to investigate the theft of the expensive necklace.”

2. noun

a person who steals or is guilty of theft

“The thief was caught red-handed and arrested by the authorities.”

3. noun

the act of copying or taking someone else’s work or ideas without permission

“Plagiarism is a form of theft that can ruin a person’s academic or professional reputation.”