burglary burglary /ˈbɝːglɝi/

noun

1. () Entering a building unlawfully with intent to commit a felony or to steal valuable property  ( burglary )
   entering a building unlawfully with intent to commit a felony or to steal valuable property
    The police arrived promptly after we reported the burglary and began to investigate the scene
   The police arrived promptly after we reported the burglary and began to investigate the scene