Grand Theft (Noun)
Meaning
Larceny of property having a value greater than some amount (the amount varies by locale).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The suspect was charged with grand theft for stealing a diamond necklace worth thousands of dollars.
- She was convicted of grand theft after being caught shoplifting designer handbags worth over a thousand dollars.
- The man was accused of grand theft for stealing a luxury car from a dealership's lot.
- Grand theft charges were filed against the woman who allegedly stole a collection of rare art pieces.
- The thief was facing grand theft charges for stealing a shipment of electronics worth tens of thousands of dollars.