An American informal verb meaning to deceive, swindle, or wheedle someone into something — typically through flattery or sweet talk rather than overt dishonesty.
An American informal verb meaning to deceive, swindle, or wheedle someone into something — typically through flattery or sweet talk rather than overt dishonesty. The 'honey' element suggests a sweet, beguiling approach. The word has a folksy, colourful quality typical of 19th-century American vernacular.
She had been honeyfuggled into signing a contract she hadn't read properly.
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(US, informal) To wheedle or swindle.
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