trick

//trɪk//
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Noun

tricksPlural
1

An action or scheme intended to deceive or outwit someone.

He used a trick to get her to reveal the password.

2

A skillful act performed for entertainment or to demonstrate ability.

The magician performed an amazing card trick.

3

A particular habit or mannerism.

He has a trick of scratching his head when he's nervous.

4

A single round of play in a card game.

She won the first three tricks in the card game.

Verb

trickInfinitive
trickPresent tense
trickedPast tense
trickedPast participle
trickingPresent participle
tricksThird-person singular
1

To deceive or outwit someone by using cunning or deception.

He tricked me into giving him money.

2

To dress or decorate in an elaborate or showy way.

She tricked herself out in her finest jewelry for the party.