What is another word for clip joint?

Pronunciation: [klˈɪp d͡ʒˈɔ͡ɪnt] (IPA)

A 'clip joint' is a term used to describe fraudulent establishments or businesses that overcharge their customers. Synonyms for the term include 'shakedown' which refers to extorting money from someone, usually by threatening violence, 'rip-off joint' which is a place where customers are taken advantage of, 'con joint' which is short for confidence joint and references a place where people are conned or defrauded by the staff, and 'jive joint' which refers to disreputable establishments that often have a poor reputation. Additionally, some people may use the term 'scam joint' or 'swindle joint' to describe any place where customers are deceived or overcharged.

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What are the hypernyms for Clip joint?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Clip joint?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for clip joint (as nouns)

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