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Safecracker - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A safecracker is a person who illegally opens safes or vaults to steal valuables. The term is often used in crime stories to describe skilled thieves who bypass security systems.

safecracker

/ˈseɪfˌkrækər/ /ˈseɪfˌkrækə/

Definition:

A person who breaks into safes to steal valuables.

Synonyms:

burglar, thief, robber, larcenist

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

law-abiding citizen, security guard

Common Collocations:

skilled safecracker, notorious safecracker, master safecracker, professional safecracker

Derivatives:

safecracking (noun), safecrackers (plural noun)

Usage Tips:

Use "safecracker" to describe someone who illegally opens safes; avoid for legal locksmiths or security experts.

Common Phrases:

master safecracker, notorious safecracker, skilled in the art of safecracking

Etymology:

Derived from "safe" (secure container) + "cracker" (one who breaks into something).

Examples:

  • 1. The police arrested the infamous safecracker last night.
  • 2. A skilled safecracker can open a vault in minutes without leaving traces.
  • 3. The movie featured a clever safecracker outsmarting the security system.
  • 4. He trained for years to become a professional safecracker but turned to legal locksmithing instead.
  • 5. The museum hired extra guards after rumors of a safecracker targeting their collection.

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