STOLEN Meaning and
Definition
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Stolen is an adjective that describes something that has been taken, removed, or appropriated without the rightful owner's permission or consent. It refers to the act of theft or the state of having been stolen, typically associated with illegal or unauthorized acquisition.
To steal is to dishonestly take or obtain something that belongs to someone else with the intention of keeping or using it for oneself. When an item or property is stolen, it means that it has been unlawfully taken, often silently or covertly, depriving the original owner of their rightful possession.
The act of stealing involves a deliberate and intentional act of taking someone else's property without their knowledge or consent, often associated with criminal charges and punishable by law. Stolen objects can range from tangible possessions like money, jewelry, or vehicles to intangible assets like ideas, intellectual property, or even personal information.
The term "stolen" can also be used figuratively to describe something that has been copied or imitated without proper acknowledgment or authorization, such as stolen art, plagiarized work, or pilfered ideas. In this sense, the term conveys a violation of intellectual or creative rights, emphasizing the unauthorized use of someone else's work for personal gain.
Overall, stolen signifies an unlawful acquisition or taking of someone else's property, typically involving deception, secrecy, and a violation of rightful ownership.
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• Carried away unlawfully and secretly.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Other Common Misspellings for STOLEN
Etymology of STOLEN
The word stolen originated from the Middle English word stelen, which can be traced back to the Old English word stelan. In Old English, the word stelan referred to the act of theft or stealing. The origins of the word can be further traced to the Proto-Germanic word stelanan, which also meant to steal. This root word ultimately derives from the Proto-Indo-European base *stel-, which meant to take or to steal.
Idioms with the word STOLEN
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stolen fruit is sweetest
The idiom "stolen fruit is sweetest" means that something obtained or experienced illicitly or against the rules often feels more enjoyable or exciting than something acquired legally or with permission. It implies that the thrill of doing something forbidden or sneaky adds an extra allure or satisfaction to the experience.
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like the cat that's got (or who's stolen) the cream
The idiom "like the cat that's got (or who's stolen) the cream" is used to describe someone who is extremely pleased with themselves or smug about something they have achieved or gotten away with. It suggests a sense of satisfaction and self-satisfaction, similar to a cat who has stolen a treat and is enjoying it in secret.
Similar spelling words for STOLEN
- Stillman,
- stalinize,
- stalinism,
- stillness,
- stillings,
- stalin,
- stallion,
- stallings,
- stalino,
- stalnaker,
- Stollings,
- stelling,
- stalinise,
- stalling,
- stalinist,
- stolon,
- Stallman,
- stallone,
- staleness.
Conjugate verb Stolen
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
I
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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