Shell game and Scheme

Shell game noun - An instance of the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value.

Scheme and shell game are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Scheme" instead a noun phrase "Shell game".

Scheme noun - A clever often underhanded means to achieve an end.

Shell game and scheme are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Shell game" instead a noun "Scheme".

Nearby Words: schemed, scheming, schema, schemer, schematic