419 fraud

English

Etymology

The number 419 refers to the article of the Nigerian Criminal Code dealing with fraud.

Noun

419 fraud (plural 419 frauds)

  1. A scam in which the solicitor offers large sums of money in return for a smaller up front investment.
    Synonym: 419 scam

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