Definitions

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  • adjective Designed to prevent theft.

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  • adjective Against or preventing from being stolen.

Etymologies

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anti- +‎ theft

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Examples

  • Automobile manufacturers have been using some kind of antitheft technology in keys since 1986 when General Motors introduced its original Pass Key system for Chevrolet Corvettes.

    The Mystery of the Missing Car 2007

  • He lifted his arm to show her the antitheft device affixed to his sleeve at the armpit, then pointed out the alarm on his shoe.

    Surrender the Dark L. A. Banks 2011

  • He lifted his arm to show her the antitheft device affixed to his sleeve at the armpit, then pointed out the alarm on his shoe.

    Surrender the Dark L. A. Banks 2011

  • Along the way, and this is part of the fun of the show, we got tips on how to disable a GPS antitheft device on a luxury automobile.

    Tough Chick, Tender Chickens Nancy deWolf Smith 2011

  • ‘Acoustic Fingerprints’ Can Be Used For Identification in: Brain, Health & Fitness, Science & Technology News iPods and mobile phones could be fitted with antitheft devices that detect ‘acoustic fingerprints’ so they only work when they are being used by the registered owner

    ‘Acoustic Fingerprints’ Can Be Used For Identification | Impact Lab 2009

  • I hadn't even known my car had an antitheft feature.

    ana-ng Diary Entry ana-ng 2009

  • To school its employees in antitheft tactics and other aspects of the business, North Delhi Power runs a training center in northwest Delhi.

    India Has Its Own Kind of Power Struggle 2009

  • Some security experts say improvements in alarm systems and other antitheft technology have made it more difficult for thieves to swipe cars using traditional, surreptitious methods.

    A New Terror On The Road 2008

  • Herig is now helping investigate an ingenious, scanner-assisted scheme to alter antitheft bar codes printed on vinyl stickers affixed to various auto parts.

    Cybercrooks, Beware: Here Come The Cybercops 2008

  • Automobiles: Does the stereo come with antitheft protection?

    Hot Prospects Bill Good 2008

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