verb

defraud

dih-FRAWD

Defraud (verb) means to get money or property from someone through deception. Example: “The accountant was jailed for defrauding clients of millions.”

verb

To get money or property from someone through deception.

"The accountant was jailed for defrauding clients of millions."

How to use defraud

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo cheat someone out of money through trickery.

Common pairings

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Word forms

defrauded past tense, defrauds singular

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Etymology

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

Origin: Old French

Synonyms

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Rhymes for defraud

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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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