1. deceiving someone in order to get money or make them do something
Usage: informal
2. directing the steering of a ship
Usage: nautical

1. the act of deceiving someone for money or personal gain
Usage: informal
2. the act of directing a ship’s course
Usage: nautical

Examples

• He was conning tourists into buying fake jewelry.
• The captain was conning the ship through the narrow channel.
• She fell victim to an elaborate conning scheme.
• The experienced sailor took over conning duties during the storm.
• They’re conning people out of their life savings.
• The conning tower provided an excellent view of the harbor.