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defraud

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Verb — To get money or property from someone through deception.

How to use defraud

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defraud investors defraud the government conspiracy to defraud

Etymology

From Old French defrauder, from de- + frauder — from the same root as "fraud."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “defraud” mean?

The word “defraud” means to get money or property from someone through deception. In plain terms, to cheat someone out of money through trickery.

How do you pronounce “defraud”?

“Defraud” is pronounced dih-FRAWD (/dɪˈfɹɔd/ in IPA).

How do you use “defraud” in a sentence?

Here is “defraud” used in a sentence: “The accountant was jailed for defrauding clients of millions.”

What part of speech is “defraud”?

“Defraud” is a verb.

Where does the word “defraud” come from?

The word “defraud” comes from Old French. From Old French defrauder, from de- + frauder — from the same root as "fraud.".

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