The difference between Snitch and Stool pigeon
When used as nouns, snitch means a thief, whereas stool pigeon means a decoy or an informer, especially one who is a spy for the police.
Snitch is also verb with the meaning: to steal, quickly and quietly.
check bellow for the other definitions of Snitch and Stool pigeon
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Snitch as a verb (transitive):
To steal, quickly and quietly.
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Snitch as a verb (transitive):
To inform on, especially in betrayal of others.
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Snitch as a verb (slang, transitive):
To contact or cooperate with the police for any reason.
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Snitch as a noun:
A thief.
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Snitch as a noun:
An informer, usually one who betrays his group.
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Snitch as a noun (British):
A nose.
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Snitch as a noun:
A tiny morsel.
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Stool pigeon as a noun (slang):
A decoy or an informer, especially one who is a spy for the police.
Examples:
"synonyms: stoolie stooly Thesaurus:informant"