LEGERDEMAIN


Meaning of LEGERDEMAIN in English

[ ˌlɛdʒədɪ'meɪn ]

■ noun

1》 skilful use of one's hands when performing conjuring tricks.

2》 deception; trickery.

Origin

ME: from Fr. léger de main 'dexterous', lit. 'light of hand'.

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