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foist

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Verb

  1. To introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant.
  2. To force another to accept especially by stealth or deceit; to stick.
  3. To pass off as genuine or worthy.

Noun

  1. A thief or pickpocket.
  2. A type of light and fast-sailing ship.
  3. A cask for wine.
  4. Fustiness; mustiness.

Adjective

  1. Pronunciation spelling of first.

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