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filching

|filch-ing|

B2

/fɪltʃɪŋ/

(filch)

sneaky theft

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'filch' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'filchen,' where it meant 'to steal.'

Historical Evolution

'filchen' transformed into the modern English word 'filch.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to steal,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

stealing something, especially of small value, in a casual or sneaky manner.

He was caught filching candy from the store.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42