hocus
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Verb — To trick or deceive someone.
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Etymology
A shortened form of "hocus-pocus", the traditional magician's phrase used before a trick.
Full origin of hocus →Frequently asked questions
What does “hocus” mean?
The word “hocus” means to trick or deceive someone. In plain terms, to cheat, con, or secretly drug someone.
How do you pronounce “hocus”?
“Hocus” is pronounced HOH-kuhs (/ˈhəʊkəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “hocus” in a sentence?
Here is “hocus” used in a sentence: “The con artist hocused the shopkeeper out of his change.”
What part of speech is “hocus”?
“Hocus” is a verb.
How many meanings does “hocus” have?
“Hocus” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to trick or deceive someone.