Scalper

Pronunciation: /ˈskælpər/

Definitions of scalper

noun a person who resells tickets for events at a price higher than the face value

Example Sentences

A1 The scalper sold tickets outside the concert venue.

A2 The scalper was caught trying to resell fake tickets.

B1 The scalper was arrested for illegal ticket reselling.

B2 The scalper made a profit by selling tickets at inflated prices.

C1 The scalper was known for his tactics of buying and reselling tickets quickly.

C2 The scalper operated a sophisticated network for acquiring and reselling tickets for major events.

Examples of scalper in a Sentence

formal The scalper was caught reselling tickets outside of the event venue.

informal I heard the scalper was selling tickets for double the price.

slang That scalper is always trying to make a quick buck off of desperate fans.

figurative In the world of finance, a scalper is someone who profits from small price changes in securities.

Grammatical Forms of scalper

• plural: scalpers
• comparative: more scalper
• superlative: most scalper
• present tense: scalps
• future tense: will scalp
• perfect tense: have scalped
• continuous tense: is scalping
• singular: scalper
• positive degree: scalper
• infinitive: to scalp
• gerund: scalping
• participle: scalped

Origin and Evolution of scalper

First Known Use: 1760 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'scalper' originated from the practice of Native American tribes taking the scalps of their enemies as trophies or proof of their victories in battle.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'scalper' evolved to refer to individuals who resold tickets at inflated prices, particularly in the context of sporting events or concerts.