jugglery

noun

jug·​glery ˈjə-glə-rē How to pronounce jugglery (audio)
1
: the art or practice of a juggler
2
: manipulation or trickery especially to achieve a desired end

Examples of jugglery in a Sentence

you wouldn't believe the jugglery I have to resort to in order to get the cat in the carrier for a trip to the vet's

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of jugglery was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Jugglery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jugglery. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

jugglery

noun
jug·​glery ˈjəg-lə-rē How to pronounce jugglery (audio)
plural juggleries
1
: the art or practice of a juggler
2
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