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sleight of hand
Definition of SLEIGHT OF HAND
1
a : a cleverly executed trick or deception b : a conjuring trick requiring manual dexterity
2
a : skill and dexterity in conjuring tricks b : adroitness in deception
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First Known Use of SLEIGHT OF HAND
1593
Rhymes with SLEIGHT OF HAND
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SLEIGHT OF HAND Defined for Kids
sleight of hand
noun \ˌslī-təv-ˈhand\
Definition of SLEIGHT OF HAND for Kids
: skill and quickness in the use of the hands especially in doing magic tricks
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