TRICK | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Trick

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

late Middle English (as a noun): from an Old French dialect variant of triche, from trichier ‘deceive’, of unknown origin. Current senses of the verb date from the mid 16th century

Audio Pronunciation:

Phonetic Spelling: trɪk

Dialects: British English

Definition:

a cunning act or scheme intended to deceive or outwit someone

Short Definition:

cunning act or scheme intended to deceive or outwit someone

Examples:

he's a double-dealer capable of any mean trick

Definition:

a peculiar or characteristic habit or mannerism

Short Definition:

peculiar or characteristic habit or mannerism

Examples:

she had a trick of clipping off certain words and phrases

Definition:

(in bridge, whist, and similar card games) a sequence of cards forming a single round of play. One card is laid down by each player, the highest card being the winner.

Short Definition:

(in bridge, whist, and similar card games) sequence of cards forming single round of play

Definition:

a prostitute's client.

Short Definition:

prostitute's client

Definition:

a sailor's turn at the helm, usually lasting for two or four hours.

Short Definition:

sailor's turn at helm, usually lasting for two