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foist

/fɔɪst/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A thief or pickpocket.
  2. To introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant.
  3. To force another to accept especially by stealth or deceit.
  4. To pass off as genuine or worthy.
  5. A light and fast-sailing ship.
  6. A cask for wine.
  7. Fustiness; mustiness.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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