/shtik/ , n. Slang.
1. (esp. in comic acting) a routine or piece of business inserted to gain a laugh or draw attention to oneself.
2. one's special interest, talent, etc.
Also, shtik .
[ 1955-60; shtik pranks, whims, lit., piece stücke, OHG stucki (G Stück ); cf. STUCCO ]