bunko

Noun

A swindle or confidence trick, typically involving a fraudulent scheme to deceive someone out of money.

ریشه

The word 'bunko' originated in the late 19th century, possibly derived from the Spanish word 'banco' (meaning a bank) or from the German word 'bunke' (meaning a heap or pile).

مثال

• He fell victim to a bunko and lost his life savings.
• The police arrested the mastermind behind the bunko scheme.
• Bunko artists often target vulnerable individuals.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Fall victim to a bunko Target vulnerable individuals Expose a bunko operation