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legerdemain

Pronunciation: /ˌlɛdʒədɪˈmeɪn/

Definition of legerdemain

noun

[mass noun]
  • skilful use of one’s hands when performing conjuring tricks.
  • deception; trickery: a classic piece of management legerdemain

Origin:

late Middle English: from French léger de main 'dexterous', literally 'light of hand'

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