Synonyms for Gyp
Definition of gyp
- noun
- a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property
- verb
- deprive of by deceit; "He swindled me out of my inheritance"; "She defrauded the customers who trusted her"; "the cashier gypped me when he gave me too little change"
12 synonyms found
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