Welsh (Verb)
Meaning
Cheat by avoiding payment of a gambling debt.
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- He tried to welsh on the bet, claiming he never agreed to the terms, but the bookie knew better.
- If I find out you welshed on your debt to the casino, you're never setting foot in here again.
- Don't even think about trying to welsh on the poker game, or you'll face the consequences.
- Players who welsh on their debts will be banned from future tournaments.
- The gambler attempted to welsh on his enormous debt, but it was too late – the loan sharks were already on his tail.