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noun Ponzi scam (Plural Ponzi scams)
  1. A fraudulant scheme where earlier investors are paid with the money taken from new investors, giving the impression that the scheme is a viable investment.
Etymology: Named after the swindler Carlo (Charles) Ponzi.


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