What does rort mean in crosswords?

rort means: A scam or fraud, especially involving the misappropriation of public money or resources.

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4 lettersPronunciation /ɹɔː(ɹ)t/Sorted orrtStarts with REnds with T0 clues

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A scam or fraud, especially involving the misappropriation of public money or resources.

Probably a back-formation from rorty (“boisterous or rowdy, saucy, dissipated, or risqué”). Originally slang but now in common usage.

“2008, Australian House of Representatives, Parliamentary Debates (Hansard), page 4067, Not all of the projects were bad or rorts; the majority were no doubt valuable to their communities.”
“It′s one of the great rorts in Australia that for overstaying your welcome (even by five minutes) in a space that may cost only a few dollars to park in, local councils are prepared to fine you anywhere from $50 to $120.”
“He wants to change the system for the benefit of all and wants to stop the incredible rorting that has occurred within the prisons system.”

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