Larceny \Lar"ce*ny\, n.; pl. {Larcenies}. [F. larcin, OE.
   larrecin, L. latrocinium, fr. latro robber, mercenary, hired
   servant; cf. Gr. (?) hired servant. Cf. {Latrociny}.] (Law)
   The unlawful taking and carrying away of things personal with
   intent to deprive the right owner of the same; theft. Cf.
   {Embezzlement}.
   
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   {Grand larceny} & {Petit larceny are} distinctions having
      reference to the nature or value of the property stolen.
      They are abolished in England.

   {Mixed larceny}, or {Compound larceny}, that which, under
      statute, includes in it the aggravation of a taking from a
      building or the person.

   {Simple larceny}, that which is not accompanied with any
      aggravating circumstances.
      
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