noun
counterfeiter
KOWN-tuh-fih-tuh
Counterfeiter (noun) means a person who makes fake money or fake copies of goods. Example: “The counterfeiter was caught printing fake currency in his basement.”
noun
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A person who makes fake money or fake copies of goods.
"The counterfeiter was caught printing fake currency in his basement."
How to use counterfeiter
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who produces fakes, especially of money or branded products.
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Word forms
- Plural
- counterfeiters
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The _____ was caught printing fake currency in his basement.
Etymology
From counterfeit + -er.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for counterfeiter
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Frequently asked questions
What does “counterfeiter” mean?
The word “counterfeiter” means a person who makes fake money or fake copies of goods. In plain terms, someone who produces fakes, especially of money or branded products.
How do you pronounce “counterfeiter”?
“Counterfeiter” is pronounced KOWN-tuh-fih-tuh (/ˈkaʊntə(ɹ)ˌfɪtə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “counterfeiter” in a sentence?
Here is “counterfeiter” used in a sentence: “The counterfeiter was caught printing fake currency in his basement.”
What part of speech is “counterfeiter”?
“Counterfeiter” is a noun.
