As a Noun: 1. The act of taking things away from people without their permission and without intending to return them. English = stealing, robbery, theft, burglary. 2. A person who steals things. English = robber. 3. The removal of money from a bank account. English = withdrawal. 4. In netball, the taking of possession of the ball from the other team. English = interception. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To take something away from someone without their permission and without intending to return it. English = steal, rob, thieve, burgle. 2. To take money out of a bank account. English = withdraw.