Spoof
/ˈspuːf/
Definitions
- (n.) A fraudulent imitation or falsification intended to deceive.
The email was a spoof designed to steal personal information.
- (v.) To imitate or falsify something fraudulently to deceive others.
Hackers spoofed the website to trick users into entering their passwords.
Forms
- spoofing
- spoofe
- spoofed
- spoofs
Related terms
Commentary
In legal drafting, clearly distinguish spoofing from related cybercrimes to specify the nature of deception involved.
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