Chiselers

/ˈtʃɪzələrz/ noun

Definition

Plural of chiseler; multiple people who cheat or swindle others.

Etymology

Regular English plural formation of chiseler, adding -s to indicate more than one person engaged in chisel-like deception or tool use.

Kelly Says

The term 'chiselers' became especially popular during the Great Depression to describe dishonest businesspeople and swindlers who preyed on desperate people!

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