frauds

noun
UK /frɔːdz/
US /frɔːdz/

People who trick others to get money or things that are not theirs.

The police caught the frauds who were selling fake tickets.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Tricks or dishonest plans used to cheat people.

The company was accused of several frauds against its customers.

3. Things that are fake and meant to fool people.

The experts found that the paintings were frauds, not real art.

4. The act of cheating someone to get money or advantage.

He was arrested for frauds involving fake bank accounts.