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sticky-fingered

adj · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Of a person, inclined or prone to steal, especially of engaging in petty theft while handling money or goods.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, informal

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adj

Meaning 2

Skillful in catching or handling the ball, in such games as baseball, football, basketball, etc.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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verb

Meaning 3

simple past and past participle of sticky-finger

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Usage: form-of, participle, past

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Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Latin: tagax — possessing the behavioural trait of stealing