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lurer

/luːrər/ noun · British & US
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What does lurer mean?

noun

A person or thing that lures or attracts someone or something, often in a deceitful or alluring way. A fishhook or other device used to lure fish.

Example

"The con artist used a lurer to trick the victim into investing in a fake scheme."

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