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Definition of Kleptomania

1. Noun. An irresistible impulse to steal in the absence of any economic motive.

Definition of Kleptomania

1. n. A propensity to steal, claimed to be irresistible. This does not constitute legal irresponsibility.

Definition of Kleptomania

1. Noun. (psychology) a psychological disorder that causes an obsession with stealing without material need ¹

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Definition of Kleptomania

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Medical Definition of Kleptomania

1. A propensity to steal, claimed to be irresistible. This does not constitute legal irresponsibility. Origin: Gr. Thief + E. Mania. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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