Meaning of suede-shoe operator | Babel Free

Definitions

A flashy and dishonest trader.

slang

Examples

“In any event, the first time the homeowner comes in contact⟳ with the contractor is when the job is actually performed. By then, Childers said, the "suede shoe" operator has skipped town and the contractor is responsible […]”

“The profit allowance must be such that it will discourage the "speculator" or "suede shoe" operator. The purpose is to exclude⟳ from FHA insured properties the possibility of exorbitant profits at the purchaser's expense.”

“Here's the best way to smoke⟳ out the Suede Shoe Operator: Ask⟳ about money. Insist on knowing the dates you'll get⟳ paid and the exact amount.”

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