Condiddling

/kənˈdɪdəlɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of cheating or swindling someone; engaging in deceptive practices to defraud.

Etymology

Present participle of condiddle, formed with the -ing suffix. Represents the ongoing or habitual action of the verb.

Kelly Says

Con artists love activities ending in -ing (scheming, grifting, fleecing) because the continuous form suggests it's their lifestyle, not a one-time mistake—and 'condiddling' captures that professional dishonesty perfectly.

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