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scammer

/skæmər/ noun · British & US
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What does scammer mean?

noun

A person who scams others, typically by deceiving them with false promises or information. A scammer may use various tactics to obtain money, personal data, or other benefits from their victims.

Example

"The police were investigating a scammer who had stolen thousands of dollars from unsuspecting victims online."

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