shop theft

Definitions

The act of stealing goods from a retail store.

The crime of taking merchandise from a shop without paying for it.

Examples

The security guard was trained to identify suspicious behavior that might indicate shop theft.

Many retail stores have implemented advanced surveillance systems to combat the rising problem of shop theft.

Synonyms

Shoplifting Retail theft Larceny Pilfering Stealing from a store

Antonyms

Lawful purchase Paying for goods Honest transaction Legal acquisition