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Manual dexterity in the execution of tricks
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prestidigitation
Word definitions for prestidigitation in dictionaries
WordNet
Word definitions in WordNet
n. manual dexterity in the execution of tricks [syn: sleight of hand ]
Wiktionary
Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. 1 A performance of or skill in performing magic or conjuring tricks with the hands; sleight of hand. 2 A show of skill or deceitful cleverness.
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Prestidigitation \Pres`ti*dig`i*ta"tion\, n. Legerdemain; sleight of hand; juggling.
Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
Word definitions in Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
1843, from French prestidigitation , which was coined along with prestidigitator (q.v.).
Usage examples of prestidigitation.
Legerdemain, sleight of hand, prestidigitation, became the dominant interest of my life.
On the fringes of professional magic there are a few individuals who see prestidigitation as an easy way of gulling the credulous and the rich.
Although my skill with prestidigitation increases, sometimes, in my darker moments, I do wonder why I am continuing to rehearse at all.
I always present a varied show, starting with one of the familiar prestidigitations, such as Cups and Balls or Mysterious Wine Bottles.