English Explanatory Dictionary

sharper

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. comparative form of sharp: more sharp
noun
  1. A swindler; a cheat; a professional gambler who makes his living by cheating.
name
  1. A surname.

Pronunciation

/ˈʃɑɹpɚ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-sharper.wav

Word forms

sharper sharpers

Etymology

From sharp + -er.

Synonyms

chiseler spiv

Derived words

cardsharper
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