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Autem Dipper

What Does "Autem Dipper" Mean?

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"Autem dipper" is an English idiom. It means "a pickpocket who targets people in churches."

Examples in Sentences

Here are three examples of the idiom "autem dipper" used in a sentence:
  • The cathedral had a warning about autem dippers.
  • He was caught red-handed as an autem dipper during the Sunday service.
  • It's a sad state of affairs when we have autem dippers in sacred places.
meaning for autem dipper

What Is an Idiom?

An idiom is a commonly used expression whose meaning does not relate to the literal meaning of its words. In other words, if you were to translate "Autem Dipper" word for word, there is no guarantee the translation would help you to understand the meaning.

An idiom often includes a cultural or historical context that makes it difficult for non-native English speakers to understand. A phrase is classified as an idiom when a direct translation of the words does not reveal the meaning. Most idioms rely on shared knowledge or experiences known only to a specific community.

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