German Etymology Literally, “to pull (someone) over the table”. Pronunciation Audio:(file) Phrase über den Tisch ziehen (colloquial) to deceive, to rip off, to swindle, to take advantage (of someone) Synonym: abzocken Der Verkäufer hat mich über den Tisch gezogen.The salesman ripped me off.Wikiwand - on Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.