Definition of "wangle" in English

verb

1. (transitive) To obtain through deceitful or manipulative methods.

2. (transitive) To falsify, as records.

3. (intransitive) To achieve through contrivance or cajolery.

   • He tried to wangle an extra ticket to the concert, but it was sold out.
   • She managed to wangle an invitation to the exclusive event.
   • It took some effort to wangle a last-minute meeting with the CEO.

noun

1. The act of wangling