1. plural of defrauder; people who obtain money or property from others through deception or dishonest means
Usage: countable noun; typically used in legal or formal contexts

Examples

• The police arrested several defrauders who had stolen millions from elderly investors.
• Online defrauders often use fake websites to trick unsuspecting customers.
• The company hired investigators to identify the defrauders within their organization.
• Defrauders of insurance claims face serious criminal penalties.
• The court sentenced the defrauders to prison for their elaborate scheme.
• Identity theft defrauders have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years.