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Definition of Peculator
1. Noun. Someone who violates a trust by taking (money) for his own use.
Generic synonyms: Beguiler, Cheat, Cheater, Deceiver, Slicker, Trickster, Stealer, Thief
Derivative terms: Defalcate, Embezzle, Peculate
Definition of Peculator
1. n. One who peculates.
Definition of Peculator
1. Noun. A person who peculates; an embezzler ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Peculator
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Peculator
Literary usage of Peculator
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Masterpieces of Eloquence: Famous Orations of Great World Leaders from Early by Mayo Williamson Hazeltine (1905)
"... as a peculator; he did not deny the fact; he did not refund the money; he
fought it off; he stood upon the defensive, and used all the means in his ..."
2. Six Years' Travels in Russia by Mary Ann Pellew Smith (1859)
"... Mr. D. T —The Monarch's Severe Illness—The peculator and Murderer— The Tzar's
Substitute for his Uniform—Christmas Day— The Forsaken Fiancee. ..."
3. Six Years' Travels in Russia by Mary Ann Pellew Smith (1859)
"... Daughter—Mr. D. T —The Monarch's Severe Illness—The peculator and Murderer—
The Tzar's Substitute for his Uniform—Christmas Day— The Forsaken Fiancee. ..."
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