Phish (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used without object)
  1. to try to obtain financial or other confidential information from internet users, typically by sending an email that looks as if it is from a legitimate organization, usually a financial institution, but contains a link to a fake website that replicates the real one.
verb (used with object)
  1. to make (someone) a victim in this way: If you've been phished, you should cancel your credit cards immediately.
Phish (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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