Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From Old English þēof.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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thef (plural theves or thefes)

  1. thief
  2. highwayman
  3. poacher
  4. defrauder
  5. kidnapper
  6. liar
  7. felon
  8. usurer
  9. A malicious, evil, or wicked person.
  10. A person who enters conflict for loot or booty.
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Descendants

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  • English: thief
  • Scots: thef, theif, thief

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