sleight of hand
Definition of sleight of hand
1a : a cleverly executed trick or deceptionb : a conjuring trick requiring manual dexterity
2a : skill and dexterity in conjuring tricksb : adroitness in deception
1593
First Known Use of sleight of hand
1593
SLEIGHT OF HAND Defined for Kids
sleight of hand
Definition of sleight of hand for Students
: skill and quickness in the use of the hands especially in doing magic tricks
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