Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foul-play
noun
/faʊl pleɪ/
Definition
Unfair or dishonest behavior, often in the context of sports or crime.
Examples
- The referee had to expel a player for foul play during the game.
- There were allegations of foul play in the investigation of the missing funds.
Meaning
Actions that are not just or honest, typically leading to harm or disadvantage for someone.
Synonyms
- cheating
- deception
- dishonesty
- malfeasance
