Kleptomania

created by Webster 1913

(thing) by Eraser_ (4.6 y) (print) ? (I like it!) Sun Nov 05 2000 at 23:36:40

kleptomania: compulsive stealing, usually of objects that have symbolic significance but not intrinsic value to the thief [from Greek, kleptein, to steal + mania, madness].

Dictionary of Sexology Project: Main Index

(definition) by Webster 1913 (print) Wed Dec 22 1999 at 0:39:48

Klep`to*ma"ni*a (?), n. [Gr. thief + E. mania.]

A propensity to steal, claimed to be irresistible. This does not constitute legal irresponsibility.

Wharton.

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