What is Crookery?

"Crookery" is not a commonly used word in English, and it does not have a clear or widely accepted definition. However, based on the context of your question, I can make an educated guess about what you might be asking.

"Crookery" could potentially be used to refer to a place or activity that involves dishonest or illegal activities, such as a criminal enterprise or a scam. In this sense, "crookery" might be used to describe a situation where someone is engaging in wrongdoing or unethical behavior, perhaps with the intention of profiting from it or gaining an advantage over others.

Without more information about the context in which you encountered the word "crookery," it's difficult to provide a more specific definition or example. If you have any additional context or information, I would be happy to try to help further.