spiv

• Personne, généralement sans emploi, qui gagne sa vie grâce à divers stratagèmes malhonnêtes ou douteux, souvent caractérisée par des vêtements voyants et une attitude insouciante.

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.

   Arnaqueur élégant

   • 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.

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