fraudster
|fraud-ster|
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/ˈfrɔːd.stər/
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/ˈfrɔːd.stə/
deceptive person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fraudster' originates from the word 'fraud,' which comes from Latin 'fraus,' meaning 'deceit' or 'trickery.'
Historical Evolution
'fraus' transformed into Old French 'fraude,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fraud' and subsequently 'fraudster.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'deceit or trickery,' but over time it evolved to specifically refer to a person who commits such acts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who commits fraud, especially in a business or financial context.
The fraudster was caught after a lengthy investigation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40