burglary while occupants are present; burglar who targets occupied homes
Refers to a break-in where the residents are at home, as opposed to 空き巣 (burglary of an empty house). Often used in crime contexts.
See also: 空き巣
Because burglaries while people are home are increasing, I make sure to lock the door even when I'm in.
The police warned about the methods of burglars who target occupied homes.
Standard kanji spelling for this term.
Alternate spelling with kana for the second character.
Compound of 居 (i, 'being present') and 空き (aki, 'empty, vacant'), referring to a burglary where the house is not empty.