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bunco game

/ˈbʌŋkəʊ ɡeɪm/

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/ˈbʌŋkəʊ ɡeɪm/C1informalamerican
  • ruМошенническая уловка или афера, часто включающая обманную схему для выманивания денег у кого-либо с помощью обмана или подстроенной игры.

A confidence trick or swindle, often involving a fraudulent scheme to cheat someone out of money through deception or a rigged game.

  1. A confidence trick or scamB2informalamerican

    A fraudulent scheme or swindle designed to cheat someone out of money or valuables.

    ruМошенническая схема

    • He fell victim to a bunco game that promised quick riches.
    • The police arrested a group running a bunco game in the hotel.
    • She lost her savings in a classic bunco game involving fake lottery tickets.