thiefdom

noun — 2 senses

thiefdom

noun

/ˈθiːf.dəm/

Etymology From thief + -dom.

1

Rare The fact or practice of thieving; theft.

2

A place inhabited by thieves, or where thieves are in charge.

Synonyms
kleptocracy

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