light-fingered

/ˌlaɪt ˌˈfɪŋgərd/
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Definitions of light-fingered
  1. adjective
    having nimble fingers literally or figuratively; especially for stealing or picking pockets
    “"a light-fingered burglar who can crack the combination of a bank vault"- Harry Hansen”
    “"the light-fingered thoughtfulness...of the most civilized playwright of the era"- Time”
    synonyms: nimble-fingered
    adroit
    quick or skillful or adept in action or thought
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