
Burglar
Illegal Entry
Burglar specifically refers to entering a place illegally to steal, unlike a general thief.

If someone sneaks into a home to take things, they're a burglar.
Planned Crime
Burglary is often premeditated, which means the burglar plans their crime ahead of time.

The burglar studied the family's routine before breaking in.
Security Context
Burglar is commonly used with security terms, like burglar alarm, indicating protection against theft.

They installed a burglar alarm after the break-in.
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BanditCriminalCrookHousebreakerIntruderLooterPilfererRobberSwindlerThief
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