Definition of trick
(Entry 1 of 3)
1a : a crafty procedure or practice meant to deceive or defraud
b : a mischievous act : prank
c : a deceptive, dexterous, or ingenious feat especially : one designed to puzzle or amuse a juggler's tricks
d : an indiscreet or childish action
2a(1) : a quick or artful way of getting a result : knack the trick is to make it look natural
(2) : an instance of getting a desired result
one small adjustment will do the trick
b : a technical device (as of an art or craft)
the tricks of stage technique
3a : a delusive appearance especially when caused by art or legerdemain : an optical illusion
a mere trick of the light
b : a habitual peculiarity of behavior or manner
a horse with the trick of shying
c : a characteristic and identifying feature
a trick of speech
4 : the cards played in one round of a card game often used as a scoring unit
5a : a sexual act performed by a prostitute
turning tricks also : john sense 2
c : a trip taken as part of one's employment
d : a turn of duty at the helm usually lasting for two hours
6 : an attractive child or woman
a cute little trick
trick
verbtricked; tricking; tricks
Definition of trick (Entry 2 of 3)
trick
adjectiveDefinition of trick (Entry 3 of 3)
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The first known use of trick was in the 15th century
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