Larceny and Swindle

Larceny

Larceny noun - The unlawful taking and carrying away of property without the consent of its owner.
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Swindle and larceny are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Swindle" instead a noun "Larceny".

Nearby Word: larcenous

Swindle

Swindle noun - A scheme in which the victim is cheated out of his money after first gaining his trust.

Larceny and swindle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Larceny" instead a noun "Swindle".

Nearby Words: swindler, swindling, swindled
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