1. a person who illegally takes money or property that has been entrusted to their care, especially in a job or position of authority
Usage: countable noun; typically used in legal or business contexts

Examples

• The accountant was arrested after being identified as an embezzler who had stolen thousands from the company.
• The bank discovered that one of its managers was an embezzler when the audit revealed missing funds.
• Embezzlers often exploit their trusted positions to commit financial crimes.
• The embezzler carefully hid the stolen money in offshore accounts.
• Several embezzlers were prosecuted and sentenced to prison for their crimes.
• The company hired a forensic auditor to identify any embezzlers on staff.