grand larceny

grand lar·ce·ny

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Definitions of grand larceny words

noun grand larceny larceny in which the value of the goods taken is above a certain legally specified amount. 1
noun grand larceny (formerly in England) the theft of property valued at over 12 pence. Abolished in 1827 0
noun grand larceny (in some states of the US) the theft of property of which the value is above a specified figure, varying from state to state but usually being between $25 and $60 0
noun grand larceny (US, criminal law) larceny of property whose value is greater than an amount set by law to distinguish it from petty larceny. 0

before 1840

One of the 33% newest English words

First recorded in 1840-50

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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