bunko

/ˈbʌŋkoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a game of chance played with cards, typically by a group of people, often involving betting.

“She’s always losing at bunko night.”

2. verb

to cheat or swindle, especially in a game or contest.

“He got bunkoed out of his money at the poker game.”

Synonyms

  • scam
  • swindle

Antonyms

  • profit
  • win