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clip artist

/klɪp ˈɑːrtɪst/

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/klɪp ˈɑːrtɪst/slangamericanobsolete
  • ruСленговый термин начала-середины 20-го века, обозначающий мошенника, афериста или вора, который обманом выманивает у людей деньги, часто путем завышения цен или обманных действий.

A slang term from the early to mid-20th century referring to a swindler, con artist, or thief who cheats people out of money, often through overcharging or deceptive practices.

  1. Swindler or con artistC1slangamerican

    A person who cheats or steals money from others, often through clever or deceptive means.

    ruМошенник

    • The clip artist convinced the elderly man to hand over his savings.
    • Watch out for that clip artist at the card table.
    • He was arrested for being a clip artist in the city.