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No. 8,172 in Russian

лох

A slang term meaning "dupe," "fool," or "loser."

In a sentence

  • Он оказался лохом, доверившись мошеннику.

    He turned out to be a fool, trusting the fraudster.

    In this sentence, 'лохом' is used as slang to describe a person who is naive or easily deceived.

  • Этот костюм делает тебя выглядящим как лох.

    This suit makes you look like a fool.

    Here, 'лох' implies a certain unfashionable or awkward appearance.

  • Не будь лохом, проверь информацию, прежде чем действовать.

    Don't be a fool; check the information before acting.

    The word 'лохом' here is used to advise someone against being reckless or gullible.

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