Take-in
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈteɪkˌɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Take-in is a noun meaning A fraud or deception.
Meaning
A fraud or deception.
Example Sentences
‘Ma'am,’ cried Mr Sheridan, turning to me abruptly, ‘you should send and order him not, – it is a take in, and ought to be forbid […].’
Word Forms
- take-ins
Synonyms for take-in
Depending on context, synonyms include deception, deceit, dupery, fiddle, fetch, hocus-pocus.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fraud, have, deception, deceit, imposition, cheating.
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