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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

defraud

/dɪˈfrɔːd/ verb · British & US
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What does defraud mean?

verb

To cheat or deceive someone by false promises or misrepresentation, especially in a financial or business context. To obtain something by deceit or trickery.

Example

"The company was accused of defrauding investors by hiding the true state of their finances."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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