Shoplifting (Noun)
Meaning
The act of stealing goods that are on display in a store; "shrinkage is the retail trade's euphemism for shoplifting".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The store owner reported a significant increase in shoplifting during the holiday season.
- Shoplifting is a major concern for retailers, with billions of dollars in losses each year.
- The security guard was trained to detect and prevent shoplifting in the department store.
- The store's shoplifting policy included prosecuting anyone caught stealing, regardless of the value of the item.
- The rise in shoplifting has led some retailers to implement new security measures, such as cameras and alarms.