praestīgiae — meaning in English
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English meaning
- illusion noun A false or misleading impression created by something that appears real.
- juggling noun The skill or act of keeping several objects moving through the air by tossing and catching them.
- magic noun The use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.
- trick noun An action meant to deceive, fool, or outsmart someone.
Senses
praestīgiae is used for these senses in English:
- illusion (countable) A magician’s trick.
- juggling The art of moving objects, such as balls, clubs, beanbags, rings, etc. in an artful or artistic manner.
- magic (entertainment) The art or practice of performing conjuring tricks and illusions to give the appearance of supernatural phenomena or powers.
- magic trick A remarkable act carried out purportedly by magical means but in reality performed by trickery or illusion, generally as a form of entertainment.
- sleight of hand A performance of such skill.
- stage magic Magic tricks performed on stage to entertain an audience.
- trick A single element of a magician's (or any variety entertainer's) act; a magic trick.
illusion — full definition
- noun A false or misleading impression created by something that appears real.
- noun A magic trick performed to deceive an audience.
juggling — full definition
- noun The skill or act of keeping several objects moving through the air by tossing and catching them.
- noun The act of managing several tasks or responsibilities at once.