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shtick

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Noun — A repeated, characteristic routine or gimmick used to attract attention or amuse an audience.

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comedy shtick his usual shtick

Informal; common in comedy, entertainment, and casual conversation.

Etymology

Borrowed from Yiddish shtik, meaning "a piece" or "an act."

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What does “shtick” mean?

The word “shtick” means a repeated, characteristic routine or gimmick used to attract attention or amuse an audience. In plain terms, a person's signature routine, gimmick, or way of presenting themselves.

How do you pronounce “shtick”?

“Shtick” is pronounced shtihk (/ʃtɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “shtick” in a sentence?

Here is “shtick” used in a sentence: “The comedian's whole shtick relies on deadpan delivery.”

What part of speech is “shtick”?

“Shtick” is a noun.

Where does the word “shtick” come from?

The word “shtick” comes from Yiddish. Borrowed from Yiddish shtik, meaning "a piece" or "an act.".

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