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1heist

verb \ˈhīst\

Definition of HEIST

transitive verb
1
chiefly dialect :  hoist
2
a :  to commit armed robbery on
b :  steal 1a
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Origin of HEIST

variant of 1hoist
First Known Use: 1865

Related to HEIST

Synonyms
appropriate, boost [slang], filch, steal, hook, lift, misappropriate, nick [British slang], nip, pilfer, pinch, pocket, purloin, rip off, snitch, swipe, thieve

Rhymes with HEIST

feist, hist

2heist

noun

: an act of stealing something from a bank or store

Full Definition of HEIST

:  armed robbery :  holdup; also :  theft
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First Known Use of HEIST

1930

Related to HEIST

Synonyms
grab, theft, pinch, rip-off, snatching, swiping

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