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Spiv Definition & Meaning

spiv
noun
  1. a person without employment who makes money by various dubious schemes; goes about smartly dressed and having a good time

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What does spiv mean?
a person without employment who makes money by various dubious schemes; goes about smartly dressed and having a good time
What part of speech is spiv?
Spiv is a noun.

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