Cutpurse
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkʌtˌpɜːs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cutpurse is a noun meaning A thief who steals from others' purses or pockets in public.
Meaning
A thief who steals from others' purses or pockets in public.
Example Sentences
A cutpurse of the empire and the rule
The Gipsie snap & Pedro are none of Toms Comradoes, yͤ punck I skorne, & yͤ cutpurse sworn & yͤ roring boyes brauadoes
Word Forms
- cutpurses
- cut-purse
Synonyms for cutpurse
Depending on context, synonyms include pickpocket, dip.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pickpocket, dip, cut-purse, pickpurse, pick-purse, pick-pocket.
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