A slang or colloquial word, though not standard in most English dictionaries; may refer to a con artist, convention, or confidence scheme.
This is an abbreviation and informal term with uncertain standardization. When used for 'convention,' it's short for 'convention'; as 'con artist,' it's short for 'confidence.'
The 'con' in 'con artist' is short for 'confidence'—these criminals build your trust (confidence) before tricking you. It's a reminder that language itself can be part of a deception scheme!
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