Also means
treacherous
Usage Note
Fourbe is an adjective and also a noun meaning a deceitful, treacherous person — similar to 'sly' but with a stronger moral condemnation. It is invariable in form for masculine and feminine. The related noun fourberie denotes a piece of trickery or deceit.
Examples
"Méfie-toi, cet homme est fourbe et calculateur."
Natural Translation
Be careful, that man is deceitful and calculating.

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