spiv

noun \ˈspiv\

: a man who makes money dishonestly

Full Definition of SPIV

British : a man who lives by his wits without regular employment

British : slacker 1

— spiv·vy \ˈspi-vē\ adjective, British

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alteration of English dialect spiff flashy dresser, from spiff dandified

First Known Use: circa 1934

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