Definition of purchase

purchase

• to steal. This word has developed in San Diego. I have heard it used many times, and is more or less a cover for a 5 finger discount.

  Check this out, I'll purchase that CD.

  • See more words with the same meaning: to steal.

  Last edited on Jun 14 2011. Submitted by Dave F. from San Diego, CA, USA on Oct 24 2001.

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Other terms relating to 'to steal':
loot	Definitions include: money.
smash and grab	Definitions include: a robbery performed by smashing a window, grabbing things from inside, and leaving quickly.
long con	Definitions include: a con that takes a long time.
jack	Definitions include: a five pound note.
geese	Definitions include: (v) 1) to steal.
yoink	Definitions include: to steal.
house	Definitions include: To steal.
hark	Definitions include: Steal, pick up, grab.
grip	Definitions include: a long time.
pirate	Definitions include: to sell or transmit stolen "intellectual property" (e.g. software, compact discs, etc.)
boot-leg	Definitions include: a lower-quality version of something.
roll	Definitions include: to use Ecstasy (MDMA).
cuff	Definitions include: to steal.
dupe	Definitions include: to duplicate.
skate	Definitions include: to leave.
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Slang terms with the same root words

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Sebastien	Definitions include: A word to encourage some one to do something they are scared of!
what it says on the tin	Definitions include: as advertised.
wimp	Definitions include: lacking physical prowess or stamina.
chase (one's) tail	Definitions include: to be unsuccessful.
overneath	Definitions include: on top of.
on the ball	Definitions include: well-performing.
honcho	Definitions include: a leader.
get it up	Definitions include: to get an erection.
thing	Definitions include: See also (one's) thing.
talk up	Definitions include: to speak well of someone or something.

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