What does BUNKO mean?

Here is the definition of "bunko": Bunko

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A swindle or a confidence trick, typically involving gambling or the sale of bogus goods.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈbʌŋkoʊ/, UK: /ˈbʌŋkəʊ/

Origin and Usage: The word "bunko" originated in the United States in the mid-19th century. It is believed to have come from the German word "bunco," which means "to swindle." The word "bunko" was popularized during the bunco boom of the late 19th century, when confidence tricks and swindles were prevalent in the United States.

Synonyms: Scam, fraud, con, swindle, racket, hustle.

Related Words: Scam, fraud, con, cheat, hoax.

Example Sentences:

• He was taken in by a bunko artist who promised him a fortune.
• The police arrested several people for running a bunko scheme.
• She lost all her savings in a bunko game.