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Meaning of hoax in English
Pronunciation
/hoʊks/
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Verb
hoax
Definitions
1.
subject to a palyful hoax or joke
Noun
hoax
Etymology
late 18th century (as a verb): probably a contraction of hocus
Definitions
1.
something intended to deceive
Examples
« deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage »