:::: As I explained above, the definition of deceit (other, perhaps than the legal definition) is a matter for a dictionary. Further, the examples are a mere excuse for people to push particular barrows. Examples or deceit are, by their very nature, contentious and have no place in an encyclopedia. | :::: As I explained above, the definition of deceit (other, perhaps than the legal definition) is a matter for a dictionary. Further, the examples are a mere excuse for people to push particular barrows. Examples or deceit are, by their very nature, contentious and have no place in an encyclopedia. |