phony
The origin and history of phony.
Etymology
Origin uncertain; possibly an alteration of "fawny," old slang for a gilt ring used by street swindlers.
The origin and history of phony.
Origin uncertain; possibly an alteration of "fawny," old slang for a gilt ring used by street swindlers.
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