(Scotland, archaic, transitive) To trick or hoax.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of constringe

(slang) Avoidance or inadequate performance of a task or duty; the action of copping out. / (slang) An excuse made in order to avoid performing a task or duty; a reason offered when someone cops out.

A coastal town and community with a town council in Conwy county borough, Wales (OS grid ref SH7176).