rustler vs thief

rustler

noun
  • One who rustles; a cattle (or other livestock) thief. 

  • A bovine animal that can care for itself in any circumstances. 

  • That which makes a rustling noise. 

thief

noun
  • One who carries out a theft. 

  • One who steals another person's property, especially by stealth and without using force or violence. 

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