Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bunko
noun
/ˈbʌŋkoʊ/
Definition
A term used to describe a scam or con, often involving deception to trick someone into losing money.
Examples
- The investors fell for the bunko and lost their savings.
- During the meeting, she shared a story about a bunko that troubled many in the neighborhood.
Meaning
Bunko refers to fraudulent schemes where individuals are swindled, typically through clever manipulation or deceit.
Synonyms
- scam
- con
- fraud
- swindle
- cheat
