barrat

/ˈbær.æt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who procures a marriage or a contract by bribery or other improper means.

“The barrat was accused of manipulating the couple into a union for financial gain.”

2. verb

To procure a marriage or a contract by bribery or other improper means.

“The family was barratted into the deal by the corrupt businessman.”

Synonyms

  • briber
  • corruptor

Antonyms

  • mediator
  • negotiator