Yahoo
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A term for an internet fraudster or the act of internet fraud itself. It is synonymous with online scams.
"He made his money from yahoo."
Pronunciation:/jɑːˈhuː/
Origin:The term originated from the early days of the internet when many scams were conducted via Yahoo! Mail. It has since become a general term for any online fraud.
Part of Speech:Noun
Synonyms:Internet fraud, 419, Scam
More Examples:
"Many young boys are getting into yahoo."
Popularized by:A very well-known term in Nigeria, reflecting a significant social problem. It's often associated with 'Yahoo boys', the young men who perpetrate these scams.