Outfoxing: meaning, definitions and examples
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outfoxing
[ aʊtˈfɒksɪŋ ]
deception, strategy
Outfoxing refers to the act of outsmarting or tricking someone, typically by using cleverness or cunning. This term is often used in contexts where one person is attempting to gain an advantage over another through intelligence or strategic thinking. The concept can apply to various scenarios, including competitive situations in business, games, or even social interactions. Successfully outfoxing someone may involve anticipating their moves or employing unexpected tactics.
Synonyms
fool, outsmart, outwit, trick.
Examples of usage
- She managed to outfox her competitors in the business deal.
- The clever detective outfoxed the criminal at every turn.
- He always finds a way to outfox his friends during board games.
Translations
Translations of the word "outfoxing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 enganar
🇮🇳 चतुराई से हराना
🇩🇪 überlisten
🇮🇩 menipu
🇺🇦 перехитрити
🇵🇱 przechytrzyć
🇯🇵 出し抜く
🇫🇷 déjouer
🇪🇸 engañar
🇹🇷 kandırmak
🇰🇷 능가하다
🇸🇦 خداع
🇨🇿 přelstít
🇸🇰 oklamať
🇨🇳 智取
🇸🇮 prevarati
🇮🇸 svíkja
🇰🇿 алдау
🇬🇪 დატყუება
🇦🇿 aldatmaq
🇲🇽 engañar
Etymology
The term 'outfoxing' finds its roots in the word 'fox,' which has long been associated with cunning and cleverness. Historically, foxes have been depicted in folklore and literature as sly animals capable of evading hunters and traps with their intelligence. The verb 'to fox' has been used in English since at least the 16th century, denoting the action of outsmarting someone. As time progressed, the combination of 'out' with 'fox' emerged to convey the idea of surpassing someone's intelligence or strategy. This playful interplay of language highlights the human tendency to admire cleverness while also providing an avenue for playful competition.