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spiv

/spɪv/

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noun

/spɪv/C2formalbritish
  • ruЧеловек, обычно безработный, который зарабатывает на жизнь с помощью различных нечестных или сомнительных схем, часто отличающийся крикливой одеждой и беззаботным отношением.

A person, typically unemployed, who makes a living through various dishonest or dubious schemes, often characterized by flashy dress and a carefree attitude.

  1. Dishonest schemerC1informalbritish

    A person who avoids regular work and makes money through clever but dishonest or illegal schemes, often dressing smartly and enjoying a flashy lifestyle.

    ruМошенник-аферист

    • The old neighborhood had a few spivs who sold stolen goods.
    • He was known as a spiv, always with a new scheme to make a quick pound.
    • The film's villain was a classic spiv, complete with a sharp suit and a sly grin.

    Synonymschiselercon mangrifterhustlerracketeersharpwheeler dealer

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