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10 Language-to-English DictionariesTrickery
/ˈtrɪk.əri/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The practice of deception or deceit, especially in a clever or cunning manner.
"His trickery was evident when he manipulated the game rules to his advantage." - 2
A specific act of deception or a clever scheme.
"The magician's trickery amazed the audience, leaving them in awe of his skills."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'trickery' originates from the Middle English term 'trikery', which is derived from 'trick', itself coming from the Old French 'trique' meaning 'a trick or deceit'. The evolution of the term reflects a shift from simple deception to a broader sense of cunning or craftiness.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Trickery" is said worldwide
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tromperie
Transliteration: tromperie
"Sa tromperie a été rapidement découverte."
Täuschung
Transliteration: Täuschung
"Seine Täuschung wurde schnell aufgedeckt."
inganno
Transliteration: inganno
"Il suo inganno è stato scoperto rapidamente."
engaño
Transliteration: engaño
"Su engaño fue descubierto rápidamente."
enganos
Transliteration: enganos
"Seu engano foi rapidamente descoberto."
धोखा
Transliteration: dhokha
"उसका धोखा जल्दी ही उजागर हो गया।"
欺骗
Transliteration: qīpiàn
"他的欺骗很快被揭穿。"
속임수
Transliteration: sokimsu
"그의 속임수는 곧 드러났다."
欺瞞
Transliteration: giman
"彼の欺瞞はすぐに明らかになった。"
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