cozener
ˈkoʊzɛnər
Definitions
1. noun
A person who cheats or deceives others, especially in a clever and cunning way.
“The con artist was known as a skilled cozener, swindling people out of their life savings.”
2. verb
To cheat or deceive someone in a clever and cunning way.
“The thief cozened the store owner out of thousands of dollars.”