Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cahoots
noun
/kəˈhuːts/
Definition
In cahoots means to be in partnership or conspiracy with someone.
Examples
- After the scandal, the politicians were rumored to be in cahoots with the developers.
- They were in cahoots all along, planning their next move.
- It seemed like the two rival companies were in cahoots to manipulate the market.
Meaning
The term suggests collaboration or cooperation, typically in a secretive manner.
Synonyms
- collusion
- conspiracy
- alliance
- partnership