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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

cozener

/kəʊˈziːnər/ noun · British & US
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What does cozener mean?

noun

A person who deceives or cheats others, especially by pretending to be something they are not. A person who uses deceit or trickery to achieve their ends.

Example

"The con artist was a skilled cozener, able to talk his way out of any situation."

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