Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legerdemain
noun
/ˌlɛʤ.ər.dəˈmeɪn/
Definition
The conjuring of seemingly impossible feats, often involving the hands, usually for entertainment or deception.
Examples
- The magician’s legerdemain left the audience spellbound.
- His legerdemain in the card game impressed everyone at the table.
- While the scam seemed convincing, it was merely a form of legerdemain.
Meaning
Legerdemain refers to skillful actions, particularly in a deceptive way. It is often used to describe magic tricks or sleight of hand.
Synonyms
- sleight of hand
- conjuring
- deception
- trickery
- illusions
