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noun
Alternative spelling of welcher.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, alt-of, alternative
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noun
Synonym of Walian: a Welsh person, a Welshman or Welshwoman.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: obsolete, rare
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Synonyms: Walian
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noun
someone who swindles you by not repaying a debt or wager
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: welcher
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: swindler, defrauder, chiseller, chiseler, gouger, scammer, grifter
History
From welsh + -er.
