Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fare-beater
noun
/fɛər ˈbiːtər/
Definition
A fare-beater is someone who deliberately avoids paying the required fare for transportation, such as trains, buses, or taxis.
Examples
Many fare-beaters use tricks to avoid detection, such as boarding from the wrong door or hiding from transit workers.
The city implemented more surveillance measures to catch fare-beaters on the subway.
Fare-beaters not only harm the transportation system but also increase costs for paying customers.
Meaning
The term implies an act of fraud or dishonesty in the context of public transportation, as it involves not paying the fare that is due for services rendered.
Synonyms
- freeloader
- fare evader
- cheapskate
