blagging

American  

[blag-ing] / ˈblæg ɪŋ /

noun

Caribbean.

1. informal conversation in a public place, often deceitful.

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Other Word Forms

• blagger noun

Etymology

Origin of blagging

1840–45; perhaps from French blaguer “to tell lies” + -ing ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

The word “hacking” is often used as a shorthand for a variety of tactics, including blagging, that became known as British journalism’s “dark arts.”

From New York Times • Jun. 15, 2024

A different judge ruled in July that Harry could proceed with his lawsuit against NGN over his claims of "blagging" confidential details about him and using other unlawful invasions of privacy.

From Reuters • Nov. 10, 2023

In earlier court documents, his lawyers suggested "blagging" took place as recently as when he began dating Meghan.

From Reuters • Jul. 27, 2023

The private investigator that allegedly accessed Miller's medical records denies "blagging" the doctor's office.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2023

Asked about the "blagging" of information by a private investigator working for the paper, he said "it was certainly a civil breach".

From BBC • May 25, 2023