Definition

A person who illegally opens safes to steal the contents inside.

Example

The police caught the safecracker before he could escape with the stolen money.

Conversation

Did you hear about that famous safecracker who got caught last week?

Yeah, I read about it! It’s crazy how he managed to evade the police for so long.

I wonder what goes through the mind of a safecracker when planning a heist.

Probably a mix of excitement and fear, but it's definitely not a life I would choose!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Safecracker → It is formed from "safe" (from Old French *saf*, meaning secure or protected) and "cracker" (from the verb "to crack", meaning to break open). The word "safecracker" refers to someone who breaks open a safe, typically to steal its contents.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'breaks open' ('cracker') a 'secure' place ('safe') — that's why a safecracker is someone who opens safes.

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