heist
nounUK /haɪst/
US /haɪst/
A heist is when someone steals something, often in a clever or sneaky way.
The thieves planned a big heist to steal the gold from the bank.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To steal something in a bold or clever way.
They tried to heist a famous painting from the museum.
3. A movie or story about a clever robbery.
We watched a fun heist film about a team of thieves.
4. A sudden, surprising win or success.
The team pulled off a heist by winning the game at the last second.