frame-up

[freym-uhp]

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noun Informal.

a fraudulent incrimination of an innocent person.

Origin of frame-up

1895–1900, Americanism; frame + up, modeled on nominalizations of phrasal verbs, with up as perfective particle

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Related Words for frame up

plot, complication, chicanery, machination, conspiracy, fraud, adjustment, deal, package, schedule, agreement, preparation, compromise, plan, settlement, provision, trick, design, scam, maneuver

British Dictionary definitions for frame up

frame-up

noun slang

a conspiracy to incriminate someone on a false charge

a plot to bring about a dishonest result, as in a contest

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