The difference between Pilfer and Snitch

When used as verbs, pilfer means to steal in small quantities, or articles of small value, whereas snitch means to steal, quickly and quietly.


Snitch is also noun with the meaning: a thief.

check bellow for the other definitions of Pilfer and Snitch

  1. Pilfer as a verb (ambitransitive):

    To steal in small quantities, or articles of small value; to practise petty theft.

  1. Snitch as a verb (transitive):

    To steal, quickly and quietly.

  2. Snitch as a verb (transitive):

    To inform on, especially in betrayal of others.

  3. Snitch as a verb (slang, transitive):

    To contact or cooperate with the police for any reason.

  1. Snitch as a noun:

    A thief.

  2. Snitch as a noun:

    An informer, usually one who betrays his group.

  3. Snitch as a noun (British):

    A nose.

  4. Snitch as a noun:

    A tiny morsel.