Pronunciation: /dʒɪpər/

Definitions of gypper

noun a person who cheats or swindles others, especially by overcharging

Example Sentences

A1 I heard that a gypper tricked some tourists into buying fake jewelry.

A2 The gypper was caught trying to sell counterfeit watches on the street.

B1 The police warned the locals about a group of gyppers operating in the area.

B2 The gypper was known for his elaborate scams and clever tricks.

C1 The authorities launched an investigation to dismantle the gypper network.

C2 Despite his criminal record, the gypper managed to evade capture for years.

verb to cheat or swindle someone, especially by overcharging

Example Sentences

A1 I gyppered my friend by forgetting to return his book.

A2 She gyppered her way out of paying for the meal by pretending to forget her wallet.

B1 The company gyppered their customers by providing faulty products.

B2 He was accused of gyppering the system to get ahead in the competition.

C1 The politician was caught gyppering public funds for personal gain.

C2 The CEO was known for gyppering his employees by promising bonuses that never materialized.

Examples of gypper in a Sentence

formal The gypper was arrested for fraudulently selling fake paintings.

informal I heard that gypper got caught trying to scam people with counterfeit tickets.

slang Don't trust that gypper, he's always trying to pull a fast one.

figurative Her deceptive behavior earned her the reputation of being a gypper in the office.

Grammatical Forms of gypper

past tense

gypped

plural

gyppers

comparative

more gypper

superlative

most gypper

present tense

gypps

future tense

will gypp

perfect tense

have gypped

continuous tense

is gypping

singular

gypper

positive degree

gypper

infinitive

gypp

gerund

gypping

participle

gypped

Origin and Evolution of gypper

First Known Use: 1800 year
Language of Origin: Romani
Story behind the word: The word 'gypper' originated in British slang, derived from the Romani language.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a swindler or cheat, the term 'gypper' has evolved to also describe someone who engages in dishonest practices or deceitful behavior.