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单词 prop game
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Definition of prop game in English:

prop game

noun ˈprɒp ɡeɪm
rare, criminals' slang
  • The practice of defrauding householders into paying exorbitant prices for unnecessary house repairs.

Origin

1960s; earliest use found in Evening Echo (Bournemouth). From prop shortened from property + game.

 
 

Definition of prop game in US English:

prop game

nounˈprɒp ɡeɪm
rare, criminals' slang
  • The practice of defrauding householders into paying exorbitant prices for unnecessary house repairs.

Origin

1960s; earliest use found in Evening Echo (Bournemouth). From prop shortened from property + game.

 
 
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