Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

escamotage

noun

/ˌɛskəˈmɒtɑːʒ/

Definition

A cunning or clever trick or deception.

Examples

The magician’s escamotage left the audience in awe as he made the rabbit disappear in an instant.
His escamotage during the negotiation made everyone question the validity of his claims.

Meaning

Escamotage refers to the act of making something disappear, often used in the context of sleight of hand or illusion. It’s commonly associated with magic performances where objects are seemingly made to vanish.