Standard Lemma guide
Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.
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noun
Someone or something that moves, acts or thinks fast.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal
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noun
An alcoholic drink that is consumed quickly.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Ireland, UK, informal
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noun
A fraud or trick; an act of deception.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Australia, New-Zealand, slang
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Synonyms: fast one, deception, imposition, hype, deceit, dupery, fiddle, fetch, hocus-pocus, jugglery, legerdemain, list, mislead, prestidigitation, Punic faith, rinky-dink, ruse, sleight of hand, subterfuge, swack, trickery
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noun
Ellipsis of Tom Swiftie.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, ellipsis
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noun
An enthusiastic fan of American singer-songwriter and actress Taylor Swift.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal
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History
From swift + -ie.
