About The Word Cutpurse

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Cutpurse

Cutpurse Meaning & Definition
Cutpurse Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Cutpurse?

[n] a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places

Synonyms | Synonyms for Cutpurse: dip | pickpocket

Related Terms | Find terms related to Cutpurse:

See Also | stealer | thief

Cutpurse In Webster's Dictionary

\Cut"purse`\ (k[u^]t"p[^u]rs`), n. One who cuts purses for the sake of stealing them or their contents (an act common when men wore purses fastened by a string to their girdles); one who steals from the person; a pickpocket To have an open ear, a quick eye, and a nimble hand, is necessary for a cutpurse. --Shak.

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