LEGERDEMAIN


Meaning of LEGERDEMAIN in English

n.

Pronunciation: ˌ le-j ə r-d ə - ' m ā n

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French leger de main light of hand

Date: 15th century

1 : SLEIGHT OF HAND

2 : a display of skill or adroitness

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