The verb pilfer comes from the Old French noun pelfre, meaning “booty,” or “spoils.” Now pilfer is used when talking about the act of stealing loot: you may find that you have to really restrain yourself from the desire to pilfer your friend's new fur-lined gloves, even though you're pretty sure she pilfered your ...

What is the mean of pilfer?

: steal especially : to steal stealthily in small amounts and often again and again. transitive verb. : steal especially : to steal in small quantities. Other Words from pilfer Synonyms Choose the Right Synonym The Various Uses of Pilfer Example Sentences Learn More About pilfer.

What do Brits call pilfering?

nab informal. nick (STEAL) UK informal. pinch (STEAL) informal.