Pronunciation:
HORN-swog-uhl
Definition:
verb: To cheat, hoax, or deceive someone.
Origin:
Unknown
Example:
"Now, however, some special interests are out to hornswoggle residents, and they're stooping low to do it."
Lauren Ritchie; But Doctor, Your Name is on the Mailer; The Orlando Sentinel (Florida); Oct 4, 2006.