wide boy

Someone who attempts to earn money in a dishonest way. Primarily heard in UK. He's a wide boy who always tries to scam people out of money.

a ˈwide boy

(British English, informal, disapproving) a man who makes money in dishonest ways: If he offers you a business deal, say no. He’s a bit of a wide boy.

See also: boy, wide

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017

See also:

a wide boy
man and boy
Boy, oh boy!
boy oh boy
Boy!
boy
mama's boy
oh
rent boy
boy howdy

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