"Arthur Daley" meaning in All languages combined

See Arthur Daley on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: Arthur Daleys [plural]
Etymology: From the character of the same name in the British television series Minder. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Arthur Daley (plural Arthur Daleys)
  1. A person who is devious, who cheats people, and who often resorts to confidence tricks.

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