pilferage
pronunciation
How to pronounce pilferage in British English: UK ['pɪlfərɪdʒ]
How to pronounce pilferage in American English: US ['pɪlfərɪdʒ]
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- Noun:
- the act of stealing small amounts or small articles
Word Origin
- pilferage (n.)
- 1620s, from pilfer + -age.
Example
- 1. The driver accompanies the vehicle throughout the whole transit , therefore the risk of damage and pilferage is reduced .
- 2. Although issues of pilferage and leaky implementation have long plagued the system , there has been a resolve to ensure that the subsidy reaches the intended beneficiary .
- 3. Maybe so , but I 'm afraid that in case of damage or pilferage , the insurance company will refuse compensation on the ground of improper packing , or packing unsuitable for sea voyage .