Larceny
Larceny , noun
[French larcin, Old English larrecin, Latin latrocinium, from latro robber, mercenary, hired servant; compare Greek ({not transcribed}) hired servant. Compare Latrociny.]
(Law) The unlawful taking and carrying away of things personal with intent to deprive the right owner of the same; theft. Compare Embezzlement.
Collocations (3)
Grand larceny or Petit larceny are , distinctions having reference to the nature or value of the property stolen. They are abolished in England.
Mixed larceny or Compound larceny , that which, under statute, includes in it the aggravation of a taking from a building or the person.
Simple larceny , that which is not accompanied with any aggravating circumstances.