Learn English – One word for “to take advantage of company resources (that one works for) for one’s personal intents”

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This happens a lot at work, and I don't think there's a single word for it – or is there?

Examples:

  1. Browsing the web for content unrelated to work
  2. Taking company time for personal grooming (like painting nails, shaving, etc.)
  3. Using the company refrigerator to temporarily store one's groceries purchased at lunch.
  4. Printing stuff not related to work (worse yet, if it's material for employment somewhere else.)

Stealing is not specific enough.

Best Answer

There are many terms with different shades of meaning depending on the level of taking and the policies of the workplace. Some are

  • misappropriation (of company resources)
  • diversion (of company resources)
  • skimming
  • embezzlement
  • goofing off (misuse of time)
  • cooping (slang term for sleeping while on duty)
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