企み — meaning in English

English meaning

• plot noun The sequence of events that make up a story, especially the way they are connected.
• trick noun An action meant to deceive, fool, or outsmart someone.

Senses

企み is used for these senses in English:

• plot A secret plan to achieve an end, the end or means usually being illegal or otherwise questionable. [from 1580s]
• trick Something designed to fool, dupe, outsmart, mislead or swindle.

plot — full definition

1. noun The sequence of events that make up a story, especially the way they are connected.
2. noun A small area of land used for a specific purpose, such as building or growing things.
3. noun A secret plan, usually to do something harmful or illegal.
4. noun A graph or diagram showing data or a mathematical relationship.
5. verb To plan something secretly, usually something illegal or harmful.

trick — full definition

1. noun An action meant to deceive, fool, or outsmart someone.
2. noun A skillful or clever technique for achieving something, especially something difficult.
3. noun A playful prank meant to surprise or embarrass someone.
4. verb To deceive someone, often to gain an advantage.
5. adj Not reliable; prone to giving out or failing.

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