pickpocket
n. 扒手
A pickpocket is a person who steals things from people's pockets or bags in public places.
1. a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places
The pickpocket has turned over a new leaf.
那扒手已幡然悔过.
The pickpocket bolted when he saw the policeman.
那扒手见了警察便溜之大吉.
The pickpocket was caught in the act.
这个扒手在行窃时被当场拿住.
A pickpocket stole my purse.
扒手扒走了我的钱包.
A pickpocket can cut through the straps with a sharp knife.
一个扒手能够用锋利的刀子把皮带割断.