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legerdemain

leg·er·de·main [ lèjjərdə máyn ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. show of skill: a display of skill or cleverness, especially for deceitful purposes
a dazzling display of political legerdemain

2. performing arts 
Same as  sleight of hand (sense 1)


[15th century. < French léger de main "light of hand"]
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