昼ひる鳶とんび

noun

sneak thief; daytime prowler

Refers to a thief who operates during the day, often entering homes when residents are out. The term is somewhat dated and may appear in historical or crime contexts.

• 昭しょう和わの時じ代だいには、昼ひる鳶とんびが空あき巣すを狙ねらうことが多おおかった。

  In the Showa era, daytime sneak thieves often targeted empty houses.

noun

pickpocketing

Specifically refers to the act of pickpocketing, often in crowded daytime settings. This usage is less common than スリ.

• 祭まつりの人ひと混ごみで昼ひる鳶とんびに財さい布ふをすられた。

  I had my wallet stolen by a pickpocket in the festival crowd.