feint
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Noun — A deceptive move meant to distract an opponent from a real attack.
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Etymology
From French feinte, "a dummy move," from feindre, "to feign" — ultimately from Latin fingere.
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What does “feint” mean?
The word “feint” means a deceptive move meant to distract an opponent from a real attack. In plain terms, a fake move in combat or sport meant to trick your opponent into reacting the wrong way.
How do you pronounce “feint”?
“Feint” is pronounced faynt (/feɪnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “feint” in a sentence?
Here is “feint” used in a sentence: “The boxer threw a feint with his left before landing the real punch with his right.”
What part of speech is “feint”?
Depending on how it is used, “feint” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “feint” come from?
The word “feint” comes from Latin. From French feinte, "a dummy move," from feindre, "to feign" — ultimately from Latin fingere.
How many meanings does “feint” have?
“Feint” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a deceptive move meant to distract an opponent from a real attack.