Fleecer

/ˈfliːsər/ noun

Definition

A person who cheats or defrauds others by taking their money through trickery.

Etymology

From 'fleece' (to swindle) plus '-er' (one who does). Originally meant someone who shears sheep, then metaphorically anyone who strips another of money.

Kelly Says

A 'fleecer' is essentially a financial predator—the image of shearing a defenseless sheep perfectly captures the betrayal and helplessness of being scammed!

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