light-fingered vs stealing

light-fingered

adj
  • Having nimble fingers, especially for stealing or picking pockets (pickpocketing), given to thievery or shoplifting. 

  • Having quick, light and nimble fingers. 

stealing

noun
  • The action of the verb to steal, theft. 

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