Meaning of the word stole in English

What does stole mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stole

US /stoʊl/
UK /stəʊl/

Verb

past tense of 'steal'

Example:
He stole a car last night.
Someone stole my wallet from my bag.

Noun

a long scarf or shawl, worn by women around the shoulders on formal occasions

Example:
She draped a beautiful silk stole over her evening gown.
The bride wore a white fur stole to keep warm.