Definition

A person who removes goods or property to prevent them from being taken back by their owner.

Example

The eloiner took the furniture to a hidden location to avoid its retrieval.

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy who got caught as an eloiner?

No, I didn't! What did he do?

Apparently, he was hiding people's belongings to avoid them getting re-plevied.

That's wild! I can't believe someone would go that far.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old French 'eloigner', meaning to remove or to take away. The suffix '-er' indicates a person who performs the action. Therefore, an 'eloiner' is a person who removes or takes something away.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'takes away' ('eloigner') something — that's what an eloiner does.

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