Diddle

usgb/ˈdɪdl/
verb

To cheat or swindle someone.

I believe that car salesman diddled me out of a few hundred dollars.
Visual representation of "diddle" - To cheat or swindle someone

Often appears as...

  • diddle someone out of
  • diddle around

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

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Colloquial Usage

Used informally, might not be suitable for business or official settings.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
That rogue diddled his clients out of their savings.
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Negative Connotation

Implies dishonest actions; used to express disapproval.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
Everyone knows he's likely to diddle you if you're not careful.
Visual representation of the word "Diddle"

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