nigerian scam

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Definition of nigerian scam in English English dictionary

An attempt to defraud by sending out large amounts of emails stating that the recipient has inherited a vast fortune, but will need to supply banking account details, or to send payment for fees, before the inheritance can be passed on

Turkish pronunciation

naycîriın skäm

Synonyms

419 scam, advance fee scam

Pronunciation

/nīˈʤərēən ˈskam/ /naɪˈʤɪriːən ˈskæm/

Etymology

() Commonly originate from Nigeria, although the country of origin is often spoofed.