I. ˈswind ə l verb
( swindled ; swindled ; swindling -d( ə )liŋ ; swindles )
Etymology: back-formation from swindler
intransitive verb
: to obtain money or property from one by fraud or deceit : practice imposture for gain
transitive verb
: to deprive of money or property by fraud or deceit
swindle the unwary with fakes
Synonyms: see cheat
II. noun
( -s )
1. : the act or process of swindling or defrauding
2. : an instance of swindling : fraud