Counterfeiting is illegal and often linked to other crimes, like fraud or organized crime. The notorious counterfeiter was also involved in a money laundering scheme.
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Not Just Money
Although commonly associated with money, 'counterfeiter' can refer to someone who fakes other items. They caught the counterfeiter selling fake designer handbags.
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Deceptive Skill
Counterfeiters often have skill in creating very convincing fakes, deceiving the average person. The counterfeiter's copies were so good, even experts were fooled initially.